Question

Solve the equation for the value of x; 8x + 12 = 52.

a) x = 12
b) x = -5
c) x = 5
d) x = 52

Answer 1

5

Explanation:

8x + 12 = 52

move constant to right

8x=52-12

subtract numbers

8x=40

divide both sides

x=5

Answer 2

the answer is c: x=5