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What is 3 (2x + 4) = 12?

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2x+4=4
2x=0
The answer is
X=0
User Nathan Liu
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Answer:

Hi!!

The answer is = 0

Explanation:

1. Distribute

3(2+4)=12

6+12=12

2. Subtract 12 from both sides of the equation

6 + 12= 12

6 + 12 − 12 = 12 − 12

3.Simplify

part A. 6 + 12 − 12 = 12 − 12

6x = 12 - 12

part B. 6x = 12 - 12

6x = 0

Hope this helps!! =)

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