SOLUTION: how do i solve a math equation with negative numbers and variables in the fraction? Ex: 12/x-3=4

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Question 670399: how do i solve a math equation with negative numbers and variables in the fraction? Ex: 12/x-3=4
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Multiply the entire equation by the variable
12 - 3x = 4x
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Isolate variable
12 = 4x + 3x
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7x = 12
highlight_green%28x=12%2F7%29
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