What is 1/3(w+18)=12 using distributive property?

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Markdly · Answer 1 · 2022-06-03T01:40:57+0000

Answer:

w = 18

Explanation:

Given

(1)/(3) (w + 18) = 12 ← distribute parenthesis on left side

(1)/(3) w + 6 = 12 ( subtract 6 from both sides )

(1)/(3) w = 6 ( multiply both sides by 3 to clear the fraction )

w = 18