Solve the absolute value equation.

12 + 2x[ = [x - 6]

x=-18

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

12+2x=x-6

12+2x=x+-6

2x+12=x-6

Step 2: Subtract x from both sides.

2x+12-x=x-6-x

x+12=-6

Step 3: Subtract 12 from both sides.

x+12-12=-6-12

x=-18