Solve for x.

Question

3(4x−12)=84 (1 point)
Responses

x = 15
x = 15

x = 12
x = 12

x = 10
x = 10

x = 4
x = 4
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Answer 1

To solve for x, we will start by simplifying the equation:

3(4x - 12) = 84

First, distribute the 3 to each term inside the parentheses:

12x - 36 = 84

Next, add 36 to both sides of the equation:

12x = 120

Finally, divide both sides by 12:

x = 10

Therefore, the solution is x = 10.