How do you solve x + 5 = 12?

Work through it one step at a time — the interactive walkthrough above shows exactly how each step is calculated, not just the final answer.

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Is "x + 5 = 12" solved with a calculator, or manually?

The steps shown here are the same manual method a teacher would use at the board, so you can see how the answer is reached, not just what it is.

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Writing out each step makes it possible to check the working, catch mistakes early, and understand the method well enough to reuse it on a different question.

x + 5 = 12

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Solving a linear equation with subtraction

x + 5 = 12

Frequently asked questions

How do you solve x + 5 = 12?: Work through it one step at a time — the interactive walkthrough above shows exactly how each step is calculated, not just the final answer.
What topic is "x + 5 = 12" an example of?: This is an Algebra question, solved here with a step-by-step visual explanation.
Can I practise more questions like "x + 5 = 12"?: Yes — use the "Ask your own question" box above to try any similar algebra question and get an interactive step-by-step solution.
Is "x + 5 = 12" solved with a calculator, or manually?: The steps shown here are the same manual method a teacher would use at the board, so you can see how the answer is reached, not just what it is.
Why does showing each step matter for "x + 5 = 12"?: Writing out each step makes it possible to check the working, catch mistakes early, and understand the method well enough to reuse it on a different question.