Question

solve for x.

\\-3x = 12\\

\\x = ?\\

Explanation:

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<reasoning>

Identify the given equation

Using the Linear Equations knowledge point
\[
-3x = 12
\]

Isolate the variable x

Using the One-Step Equations knowledge point
\[

$$\begin{aligned} x &= \frac{12}{-3} \\ x &= -4 \end{aligned}$$

\]
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<answer>
Solve for \(x\).
\[-3x = 12\]
\(x =\) <blank>-4</blank>
</answer>

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Answer:

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Identify the given equation

Using the Linear Equations knowledge point
\[
-3x = 12
\]

Isolate the variable x

Using the One-Step Equations knowledge point
\[

$$\begin{aligned} x &= \frac{12}{-3} \\ x &= -4 \end{aligned}$$

\]
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Solve for \(x\).
\[-3x = 12\]
\(x =\) <blank>-4</blank>
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