What tool is not used for inductive reasoning

Solve the equation for x.3(6x - 1) = 12 i've tried doing the math and i can't find out what i'm doing wrong

Solve the following simultaneous equation by using an algebraic method (either substitution or elimination) 2x + 3y=-4 4x-y=11

Three numbers x, y, and z are in the ratio 2: 7: 8. if 12 is subtracted from y, then three numbers form a geometric sequence (in the order x, y–12, z). find x, y, and z. there are 2 sets.