Question

Evalute The Expression 2b+5=2

Answer 1

b = -3/2

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define Equation

2b + 5 = 2

Step 2: Solve for b

1. Subtract 5 on both sides: 2b = -3
2. Divide 2 on both sides: b = -3/2