Question

SOLVE FOR w
-3(w + 5) = -6
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Answer 1

Explanation:

-3w - 15 = -6

-3w = 9

w = -3

Answer 2

w = -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

-3(w + 5) = -6

Step 2: Solve for w

1. [Division Property of Equality] Divide -3 on both sides: w + 5 = 2
2. [Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 5 on both sides: w = -3