Answer:
x=-24
Explanation:
you would solve for x
1) multiply the equation out
2) put x on one side by subtracting and adding on each side (make sure to balance it out)
3) divide or multiple by the number on the number on the x
5/2x + 8 - 3/2x + 12 = -4
5/2 x - 3/2 x + 8 + 12 = -4
x + 20 = -4
x = -24