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5w - 15 = 25 what is w

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5w-15=25
+15 +15
5W=40
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5 5
W=8

User AndrewVos
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Solve for "w" by adding 15 to both sides of the equation.
5w-15=25
5w=40
Next, divide both sides by 5 to get "w" by itself.
5w=40
W=8
User Bhaxy
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