Solve for the unknown variable. 144=-12 (x+5)

Answer: x=-17

Step-by-step explanation:

We first distribute the - 12 across to the (x+5)

144=-12 (x+5)

144=-12x-60

Then, we add 60 to both sides.

204 = - 12x

Lastly, we divide the equation by - 12.

204/-12 = - 12x/-12

-17 = x

Step-by-step explanation:

114=-12 (x+5)

Use the Distributive Property of Multiplication (distribute the - 12 to the x and 5).

144=-12x-60

Add 60 to both sides of the equal sign to get - 12x by itself.

144+60=-12x-60+60

204=-12x

Divide both sides of the equal sign to isolate the variable.

204/-12=-12x/-12

-17=x (<<