Question

If 12 + 6x is 20 more than 16, what is
the value of 12x?

Answer 1

12x = 48

Explanation:

Translating the word problem into an algebraic equation, we have;

12 + 6x = 16 + 20

12 + 6x = 36

6x = 36 - 12

6x = 24

x = 24/6

x = 4

To find 12x;

12x = 12 * 4 = 48