Question

Solve for x
3 (x – 4) = 12x

Answer 1

Answer:

X  =  $\frac{-4}{3}$

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

3(x−4)=12x

(3)(x)+(3)(−4)=12x(Distribute)

3x+−12=12x

3x−12=12x

Step 2: Subtract 12x from both sides.

3x−12−12x=12x−12x

−9x−12=0

Step 3: Add 12 to both sides.

−9x−12+12=0+12

−9x=12

Step 4: Divide both sides by -9

$\frac{-9x}{-9} =\frac{12}{9}$

X $=\frac{-4}{3}$

Answer:

$=\frac{-4}{3}$