SOLUTION: How would you solve the equation: -8(x+3)=12(x+5)

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Question 1115846: How would you solve the equation:
-8(x+3)=12(x+5)

Answer by josgarithmetic(39617)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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How would you solve the equation:
-8(x+3)=12(x+5)
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You asked, "How would you solve...".

You would solve in this way:

Let a, b, c, and d be nonzero constant, real numbers.

Solve for x.







You can either follow the steps or use result as a formula. Whichever way, watch the signs carefully.

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