Question

Given that y=3(4x - 3)+5, find the value of x when y=-2.​

Answer 1

x=-2

Explanation:

Distribute the 3 with the parenthesis to make the new equation -2=12x-9+5.

Combine like terms. -2=12x-4.

Move -4 to other side. -6=12x.

Divide by -6. x=-2