Question

Eight more than four times a certain number is

equal to 12 less than eight times the number. What
is the number?

Answer 1

5.

Explanation:

Let's say that the mysterious number is x.

8 more than 4 times x equals 12 less than 8 times x.

8 + 4x = 8x - 12

8x - 12 = 4x + 8

8x - 4x = 8 + 12

4x = 20

x = 5

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

Answer: 5

Explanation:

4x+8=8x-12

20=4x

5=x