Question

Solve for x:
4(x - 12) = -5

Answer 1

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Let's solve the problem given to us today! The problem is the following:

`\mapsto\quad\bf{4(x-12)=-5}`

We need to solve this equation for x.

So, first, I distribute 4:
`4x-48=-5`

Then, I add 48 to both sides:
`4x=43`

Divide both sides by 4:
`x=\cfrac{43}{4}}`

Convert to a decimal:
`x=10.75`

Therefore, x = 10.75.

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Answer 2

Explanation:

4x - 48 = -5

4x = -5+ 48

4x = 43

x = 43/4

x =10.75