Solve the equation. 16 ( r + 5 ) = 12 ( r $-$ 8 )
A) r = -44
B) r = -42
C) r = -54
D) r = -49
E) r = -35

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To solve the equation $16(r + 5) = 12(r - 8)$, first distribute the numbers outside the parentheses: $16r + 80 = 12r - 96$. Then, subtract $12r$ from both sides to get $4r + 80 = -96$. Next, subtract $80$ from both sides to get $4r = -176$. Finally, divide both sides by $4$ to find $r = -44$.

Solve the Equation −-− 8 ) A) R = -44 B) R = -42

Solve the Equation $-$ 8 )
A) R = -44
B) R = -42