Question

Which value is the solution for this equation

2/3(6h-9)=6
A) -1
B) 1
C) 3
D) 5

Answer 1

h = 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

2/3(6h - 9) = 6

Step 2: Solve for h

1. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 2/3 on both sides: 6h - 9 = 9
2. [Addition Property of Equality] Add 9 on both sides: 6h = 18
3. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 6 on both sides: h = 3