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Solve the following equation for x: -3(x-2)=12

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Answer with steps =
-3x+6=12
-3x=6
x=-2
User Raphael Jeger
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Answer:

x = -2

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

  1. Brackets
  2. Parenthesis
  3. Exponents
  4. Multiplication
  5. Division
  6. Addition
  7. Subtraction
  • Left to Right

Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

-3(x - 2) = 12

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. Divide -3 on both sides: x - 2 = -4
  2. Add 2 on both sides: x = -2
User Nithin Raja
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