Question

Twice the sum of -6 and a number is the same as the number decreased by 1/8

Answer 1

Explanation:

2(-6 + x) = x - 1/8

-12 + 2x = x - 1/8

-12 + x = -1/8

x = 12 - 1/8 = 11 7/8 = 95/8 = 11.875