Answer
$x=6$
Work Step by Step
To solve an equation, isolate the variable on one side of the equation.
$5x-12=2x+6$
Using the addition property of equality subtract 2x from each side.
$5x-12-2x=2x+6-2x$
Simplify by combining like terms.
$3x-12=6$
Using the addition property of equality add 12 to each side.
$3x-12+12=6+12$
Simplify by combining like terms.
$3x=18$
Using the multiplication property of equality, divide both sides by 3.
$3x\div3=18\div3$
Divide.
$x=6$
