Calculate the value of x in the equation: 12 - 5x = x + 30?
- -3
- -4
- -5
- -6
Explanation
12 - 5x = x + 30
Add 5x to both sides:
12 = 6x + 30
Subtract 30 from both sides:
-18 = 6x
Divide both sides by -6:
x = -18/6
x = -3
So, the value of x is -3.
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