SOLUTION: Hello, I need help solving this problem, please. 8x-(5x-16)=12

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Question 387481: Hello,
I need help solving this problem, please.
8x-(5x-16)=12
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
8x-5x+16=12
3x=-4
x=-4/3
x=- 1 1/3