Solve 12 + 12a + 4a = -4

a=-1

Step-by-step explanation:

we need to get a by itself

first combine like terms

12+16a=-4

now we need to get rid of the 12 so subtract it to other side

-16=16a

now divide 16 by -16 which gives you -1=a

the functions have the same rate of change i think. i narrowed it down to this answer and "the rate of change of tour 1 is greater" but i got it wrong using that answer so im assuming its the answer above. (this is a question i also answered from the iready site if anyone needs a reference)