Question

Complete the process of solving the equation.

Fill in the missing term on each line. Simplify any fractions.
5 + 3 = 18
5r =
r=
Subtract 3 from both sides
Divide both sides by 5
Submit

Answer 1

There are three different answers that are mathematically correct, but I really think answer 1 is the right one.

1)

`5r + 3 = 18`

`5r = 15`

`r = 3`

2)

`5 + 3r = 18`

`5r = 21(2)/(3)`

`r = 4(1)/(3)`

3)

`5 + 3 = 18r`

`5r = 2(2)/(9)`

`r=(4)/(9)`

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Answer 2

r = 3

5+3 = 18 (subtract 3 from both sides.

5r = 15 (divide)

`r \: = (15)/(5)`

r = 3