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X-8= -12 what is x in the equation

User Kayana
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Answer:

x = -4

Explanation:

Isolate the variable x

x - 8 = -12

To isolate the variable, add 8 to both sides (this cancels the 8 out on the left side)

x - 8 + 8 = -12 + 8

x + 0 = -4

x = -4

User Tim Perry
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Answer:

-4

Explanation:

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