Question

Solve the following: -3(x - 8) + 7x = 12 Please explain!

Answer 1

Answer:  -3

Step-by-step explanation:

First... Distribute the -3 into x and -8. You'll have -3x + 24 + 7x = 12

Next... Subtract 24 on both sides (-3x + 24 - 24 + 7x = 12 - 24)

                                 -3x + 7x = -12

Add like terms to get 4x = -12

Finally.. you divide 4 on both and you have...

x = -3