Question

Solve the equation

8n - (5n + 4) = 2

n =
(simplify your answer.)
(show your work.)​

Answer 1

N=2

Explanation:

Remove the parenthesis and make what was in them the reverse sign.

8n-5n-4=2

Then, subtract.

3n-4=2

Add four to both sides.

3n=6

Divide 3 so n is by itself.

N=2

Answer 2

n=2

Explanation:

8n-(5n+4)=2

or,8n-5n-4=2

or,3n=2+4

or,3n=6

or,n=2 [ANS]