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12(x-20)=-48 for 7th grade math equation algebra

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Answer: 16

Explanation:

1. Distribute the 12 to the x variable and the constant.

You will get 12x - 240 = -48

2. -48 + 240 = 192. You now have 12x = 192

3. solve for x. x = 192/12 -> x = 16

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