Question

Solve -7 = 12x-16. Show work

Answer 1

-7 = 12x - 16
12x= -7 + 16
12x = 9
x = 9/12
x = 3/4

Answer 2

x=0.75

Explanation:

-7 = 12x-16

-7 (+16)=12x-16(+16)

9=12x

9(divided by 12)=12x(divided by 12)

x=0.75