Question

Solve the following equation, and check your solution. Be sure to show all work in order to receive full credit.

Solve -17 + n/5 = 33.

Answer 1

n = 250

See solution and check blow.

Explanation:

Solution:

-17 + n/5 = 33

Add 17 to both sides.

-17 + 17 + n/5 = 33 + 17

n/5 = 50

Multiply both sides by 5.

n/5 × 5 = 50 × 5

n = 250

Check:

-17 + n/5 = 33

Since we found out that n = 250, substitute 250 for n in the equation.

-17 + 250/5 = 33

Simplify the left side. Divide 250 by 5.

-17 + 50 = 33

Add on the left side.

33 = 33

Since 33 = 33 is a true statement, the solution n = 250 is correct.