Question

Solve for n.
n+ 1 = 4(n-8)

Answer 1

n = 11

Explanation:

The equation is n+1=4(n-8). This is much easier to solve after expanding, which makes n+1=4n-32. Then, add 33 to each side to make n+33=4n. Next, take away n from each side, to get 33=3n. You want to find n, so divide each side by 3. This means you end up with 11=n.

Answer 2

11

Explanation:

n+1=4(n-8)

n+1=4n-32

4n-n-32=1

3n-32=1

3n=1+32

3n=33

n=33/3

n=11