X divided by 3 equals negative seven divided by 12

Let's write this out in equation form:

x/3 = - 7/12

Well, first thing's first, we need to get rid of these pesky denominators! Multiply both sides by 12:

12x/3 = - 7*12/12

This turns into:

4x = - 7

Divide both sides by 4:

x = - 7/4

-T. B.