Question

Solve for the variable c in this equation:

a(b – c) = d

Answer 1

a(b – c) = d

ab - ac = d

subtract ab to both sides

-ac = d - ab

divide both sides by (-a)

c = (d-ab)/-a

simplify

c = -d/a + b

Answer 2

C = d - ab/a

Explanation: