Question

G = 3j + 4 sovle for j

Answer 1

j = (G - 4)/3

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

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtraction Property of Equality

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

G = 3j + 4

Step 2: Solve for j

1. [Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 4 on both sides: G - 4 = 3j
2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 3 on both sides: (G - 4)/3 = j
3. Rearrange/Rewrite: j = (G - 4)/3