Question

Complete the process of solving the equation.

Fill in the missing term on each line. Simplify any fractions.
5t+8=13
5t=
Subtract 8 from both sides
t=
Divide both sides by 5

Answer 1

t = 1

Explanation:

5t + 8 = 13

Subtract 8 from both sides

5t + 8 - 8 = 13 - 8

5t = 5

Divide both sides by 5

5t/5 = 5/5

t = 1

Check:

5t + 8 = 13

5(1) + 8 = 13

5 + 8 = 13