Question

solve for x
ax+3=12
Enter the expression that x equals in the box

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( ax + 3 = 12 \), follow these steps:

1. Subtract 3 from both sides:
\[
ax = 12 - 3
\]
\[
ax = 9
\]

2. Divide both sides by \( a \) (assuming \( a \neq 0 \)):
\[
x = \frac{9}{a}
\]

So, \( x \) equals \( \frac{9}{a} \).