X-1(7/8)=12

Question

How to solve this x+1(7/8)=12

Answer 1

Subtract 1-7/8 from 12. That will give you x

 

X = 12 - 1-7/8 = 10-1/8

 

Note to check your answer: 10-1/8 + 1-7/8 = 12