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-3(x-2)=12 solve the equation

User Pruett
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- 3(x - 2) = 12
Now, distribute.

- 3x + 6 = 12
Now subtract 6 from both sides.

- 3x = 6
Now, divide by -3.

x = - 2

User Beatriz
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Explanation:

-3(x-2)=12

-3x+6=12

subtract 6 from both sides

-3x+6-6=12-6

-3x=6

divide by -3

-3x/3=6/-3

x=-2



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