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Solve the equation for x.

x - 12 = -3

x =?

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Answer:

x=9

Explanation:

x-12= -3

(move the constant to the right side and change its sign)

x= -3+12

(Calculate the Sum)

x=9

So the answer is 9

User Chenna
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Hello!

Answer:


\Large \boxed{\sf x = 9}

Explanation:

→ We want to solve this equation:


\sf x - 12 = -3

Add 12 to both sides:


\sf x - 12+12 = -3+12

Simplify both sides:


\boxed{\sf x = 9}

Conclusion:

The solution of the equation x - 12 = -3 is 9.

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