Question

Solve for u .2u + 5 = 4u + 13

Answer 1

u = -4

Step-by-step explanation:

Given the expression:

2u + 5 = 4u + 13

Subtract 2u from both sides

2u + 5 - 2u = 4u + 13 - 2u

5 = 2u + 13

Subtract 13 from both sides

5 - 13 = 2u + 13 - 13

-8 = 2u

Divide both sides by 2

u = -8/2 = -4