What is the solution for this equation 3 (80-9x) = x-96

X=12

Step-by-step explanation:

3 (80-9x) = X-96 Distribute 3 through the parenthesis

240-27x=x-96

Move the variable to the left side and change its sign

Move constant to the right side and change its sign

-27x-x+240=-96

collect the like terms

calculate the difference

-28x=-336

Divide both sides of the equation by - 28

x=12