The equivalent equation can be found by distributing the -12 to the terms in the parentheses:
y - 6 = -12(x + 4)
y - 6 = -12x - 48
Rearranging the terms gives:
y = -12x - 42
Therefore, the correct answer is option C.
Which equation is equivalent to y - 6 = -12(x+4)?
A. y = -6x -48
B. y = 6x - 48
C. y = -12x - 42
D. y = -12x - 54
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