Question
How many solutions does -12(x-3)-52=-16 have?
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Let's simplify the equation first:
-12(x-3)-52=-16
Distribute the -12:
-12x + 36 - 52 = -16
Combine like terms:
-12x - 16 = -16
Add 16 to both sides:
-12x = 0
Now, divide both sides by -12:
x = 0
So the equation has 1 solution, which is x = 0.
-12(x-3)-52=-16
Distribute the -12:
-12x + 36 - 52 = -16
Combine like terms:
-12x - 16 = -16
Add 16 to both sides:
-12x = 0
Now, divide both sides by -12:
x = 0
So the equation has 1 solution, which is x = 0.