−11=−47−12b
To solve for b, we need to isolate the variable on one side of the equation.
First, let's simplify the equation by combining like terms:
-11 = -47 - 12b
Next, let's get rid of the constant -47 on the right side by adding 47 to both sides:
-11 + 47 = -47 + 47 - 12b
36 = -12b
Now, divide both sides by -12 to solve for b:
b = 36 / -12
b = -3
Therefore, the solution to the equation is b = -3.