Question

8) 2(5-6n): 10n - 166
how do you solve this?​

Answer 1

n=8

Explanation:

2(5-6n)=10n-166

1) Distribute the 2 to 5 and -6n:

10-12n=10n-166

2) Add 166 to both sides:

176-12n=10n

3) Add 12n to both sides:

176=22n

4) Divide both sides by 22:

n=8