Question

What is the solution of this equation -12x-7=53

Answer 1

X= -5

Explanation: Move the constant to the right-hand side and change its sign, Add the numbers, Divide both sides of the equation by -12.

Answer 2

x = -5

Explanation:

You have to work backwards.

53 + 7 = 60

60 ÷ 12 = 5

Add the negative »»» -5