x = 2
First, combine like terms.
-7x - 5x + 8 = -16
-12x + 8 = -16
Subtract 8 from each side.
-12x + 8 -8 = -16 -8
-12x = -24
Lastly, divide each side by -12.
-12x /-12 = -24 /-12
:)
8.3m questions
11.0m answers