What is the value of s in the equation 4(2s − 1) = 7s + 12?
a.) 12
b.) 16
c.) 32
d.) 34

The correct answer is B.) 16

Step-by-step explanation:

The equation is given to be : 4(2s − 1) = 7s + 12

We need to find the value of s in the given equation

⇒ 4(2s − 1) = 7s + 12

⇒ 8s - 4 = 7s + 12 (By Distributive law of multiplication over addition)

⇒ 8s - 7s = 12 + 4

⇒ s = 16

Therefore, The correct answer is B.) 16