Solve Multi-Step Linear Equations Quick Check

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Question
Solve for x. 

−3(−4x−3)=−27

(1 point)
Responses

x=−2
x equals negative 2

x=−3
x equals negative 3

x=2
x equals 2

x=3

Answer 1

To solve the equation \(-3(-4x - 3) = -27\), follow these steps:

1. Distribute the \(-3\) on the left side: \[ 12x + 9 = -27 \]

2. Subtract \(9\) from both sides: \[ 12x = -27 - 9 \] \[ 12x = -36 \]

3. Divide both sides by \(12\): \[ x = -3 \]

So, the correct answer is:

x = -3 (or "x equals negative 3").