Question

Explain how to determine if the number is a solution to the equation.

56 = 8n for n = 6

Answer 1

Substitute 6 for the variable, n, using parentheses. Then simplify by multiplying 8 and 6. 8(6) = 48. So you have 56 = 48, which is not a true statement. 6 is not a solution to the equation.

Explanation:

Answer 2

False.

Explanation:

Question: 56 = 8n for n = 6

8 *6 = 56

48 = 56

False, the solution to this equation is not applicable.