Question

Whats the answer to 2(a+3)=-12

Answer 1

A=-9 is correct

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

Step 2: Subtract 6 from both sides.

Step 3: Divide both sides by 2.

Answer 2

2(a+3)=-12
2a+6=-12
2a=-12-6
2a=-18
a=-18/2
a=-9