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12(x-1)=8(x+1)

Solution

12 (x - 1) = 8 (x + 1)

Solution

x = 5

Solution steps

12 (x - 1) = 8 (x + 1)

Expand

12 (x - 1) : 12 x - 12

Expand

8 (x + 1) : 8 x + 8

12 x - 12 = 8 x + 8

Move

12

to the right side

12 x = 8 x + 20

Move

8 x

to the left side

4 x = 20

Divide both sides by

4

x = 5

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the answer to 12(x-1)=8(x+1) ?
The answer to 12(x-1)=8(x+1) is x=5
Solve for x: 12(x-1)=8(x+1)
The solution is x=5