To solve the equation \( ax - 12 = 9 \), follow these steps:
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Add 12 to both sides of the equation:
\[ ax = 9 + 12 \]
\[ ax = 21 \]
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Divide both sides by \( a \) (assuming \( a \neq 0 \)):
\[ x = \frac{21}{a} \]
So, the solution is:
\[ x = \frac{21}{a} \]