Question

Solve for x.

-3(4x-16)=-12
I need an answer and explanation so I can try to do some myself thanks!:)

Answer 1

B. -5

Explanation:

this is quite simple, so what you are going to want to do is multiply -3 by 4, and -16, so distribute that and you'll end up with

-12x+48= -12

then you want to subtract 48 from both side to leave the x on one side alone

that will be -12x= -60

after that you have to divide both sides by -12 to find your x

so then you will see that your x is = -5! hope this helps!!