Question

Solve the equation.Then check your solution 8=1.88+a

Answer 1

6.12

Explanation:

8=1.88+a

-1.88 from both sides

get 6.12=a

add 6.12 to 1.88 and it equals 8

Answer 2

a= 6.12

Explanation:

8=1.88+a

Subtract 1.88 from each side

8-1.88 = 1.88-1.88+a

6.12 = a

Check

8 = 1.88+a

8 = 1.88+6.12

8=8