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12 decreased by 8 times a number is 36
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12 decreased by 8 times a number is 36

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8x-12=36

Let's solve your equation step-by-step.

8x−12=36

Step 1: Add 12 to both sides.

8x−12+12=36+12

8x=48

Step 2: Divide both sides by 8.

8x/8=48/8

x=6

Answer: x=6
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