Question

1/4t-6=-4
What does t equal?

Answer 1

t=8

Explanation:

1/4 = 0.25

0.25t - 6 = -4

0.25t = -4 + 6

0.25t = 2

t = 2/0.25

t = 8

Answer 2

t = 8

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

1/4t - 6 = -4

Step 2: Solve for t

1. [Addition Property of Equality] Add 6 on both sides: 1/4t = 2
2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 1/4 on both sides: t = 8