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12+-20+5. I just need the full steps on how to get it I forgot it and it took me a little bit to get the answer.

12+-20+5. I just need the full steps on how to get it I forgot it and it took me a-example-1
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Given -

Twelve is added to the product of a number and 5.

Result = -3

To Find -

The Number =?

Step-by-Step Explanation -

Let the number = x

According to question:

12 + 5 × (x) = -3

5x = -3 -12

5x = -15

x = -15/5

x = -3

Final Answer -

The Number = -3

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