Question

What is the first step you would take to solve this equation, and why? 49n + 986 = -43.

Answer 1

I would subtract 986 to each side to get 49n by itself then divide the coefficient 49n by itself to get N alone

Answer 2

First step is to subtract 986 from both sides.

Explanation:

I would subtract 986 from both sides because then it will balance out the equation; variable on one side and the number on one side. With this it will be easier to solve for n.