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Willium asked Jun 15, 2023

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What is the solution of this equation -12x-7=53

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Willium asked Jun 15, 2023

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X= -5

Explanation: Move the constant to the right-hand side and change its sign, Add the numbers, Divide both sides of the equation by -12.

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Answer:

x = -5

Explanation:

You have to work backwards.

53 + 7 = 60

60 ÷ 12 = 5

Add the negative »»» -5

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