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Solve the equation. 1 / 3X - 9 = -12

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Answer:

x=-9

Explanation:

Solve for X by simplifying both sides of the equation, then isolating the variable. So, pretty much the other dude is right.

User DotcomXY
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x=-9

Explanation


(1)/(3)x-9=-12

Step 1

add 9 in both sides


\begin{gathered} (1)/(3)x-9=-12 \\ (1)/(3)x-9+9=-12+9 \\ (1)/(3)x=-3 \end{gathered}

Step 2

multiply both sides by 3


\begin{gathered} (1)/(3)x=-3 \\ (1)/(3)x\cdot3=-3\cdot3 \\ x=-9 \end{gathered}

I hope this helps you

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