Question

can i get help working out x + 12 = 4x + 5

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 7/3 or x = 2.3

Step-by-step explanation:

x + 12 = 4x + 5

x-4x+12=5

-3x=5-12

3x=-7

x=7/3     or you can simplify it to x=2 1/3 or 2.3

Answer 2

Answer:

x=8

Step-by-step explanation:

x + 12 = 4x + 5

x+12=20

x=20-12

x=8