Question

Solve for x: -3x - 12 = 15

Answer 1

-3x-12=15

-3x=15+12

-3x=27

-3/-3x=27/-3

x=-9

Answer 2

x = -9

Explanation:

1. Add 12 to each side, so it now looks like this: -3x = 27
2. Divide each side by -3x, so it now looks like this: x = -9

I hope this helps!