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Solve and show your work. 3(x-4) = 12x

Solve and show your work. 3(x-4) = 12x-example-1
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3(x-4) = 12x
distribute the 3
3x-12 = 12x
subtract 3x from both sides
-12 = 9x
divide both sides by 9
-12/9 = x
simplify
-4/3 = x
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Solve and show your work. 3(x-4) = 12x-example-1
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