Select the equation that matches the statement below:
"12 less than the quotient of a number and 8 is -1"
then, solve for x. (x = )
**show your work - algebraic steps**
a) - 12 = -1
b) 12 - = -1
0) 8x - 12 = -1
d) 12 - 8x = -1
e) -12 + 8 = -1