Question

Solve for x: 2x−4x−3=−27

Hint: Remember to combine like terms on the same side of the equation first.

(1 point)
Responses

-12
-12

12
12

-4
-4

4
4

Answer 1

Combine like terms: 2x − 4x − 3 = −27 ⇒ −2x − 3 = −27.
Add 3 to both sides: −2x = −24.
Divide by −2: x = 12.

Answer: 12.