Question

Please Help! Solve the equation for x.

1/3x-8= -12

A. x= -12

B. x= -6

C. x= 4

D x= 6

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

Given

`(1)/(3)` x - 8 = - 12 ( multiply through by 3 to clear the fraction )

x - 24 = - 36 ( add 24 to both sides )

x = - 12 → A