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What is the solution for 4:(x+5)=12​
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What is the solution for 4:(x+5)=12​

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Answer:

x = -2

Explanation:

simplify: 4( x + 20) = 12 --- 4x + 20 = 12

cancel out: subtract 20 from each side

you get: 4x = -8

divide each side by 4: you get x = -2

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