Question

Solve for h.

2(h − 16) − 16 = –12

h =

Answer 1

h = 18

Explanation:

Given

2(h - 16) - 16 = - 12 ← distribute and simplify left side

2h - 32 - 16 = - 12

2h - 48 = - 12 ( add 48 to both sides )

2h = 36 ( divide both sides by 2 )

h = 18

Answer 2

18

Explanation:

2h - 32 - 16 = -12

2h - 48= -12

2h =-12+48

h=36\2

h = 18