Question

Solve equation 5(m - 3) = 40

Answer 1

m=9

Explanation:

distribute the 5 throughout the equation

5m-15=40

add 15 to both sides

5m=45

divide both sides by 5

m=9

Answer 2

11

Explanation:

5(m - 3) = 40

We're just trying to find the value of m that equals to 40, so let's plug it into the calculator.

The answer is positive 11 because,

5(11 - 3) = 40