Question

Solve for w.

6w+18-9w = -12

Simplify your answer as much as possible.

W=

Answer 1

w = 10

Explanation:

6 w + 18 - 9 w = - 12

combine like terms

6 w - 9 w + 18 = - 12

- 3 w + 18 = - 12

subtract each side by 18

- 3 w + 18 - 18 = - 12 -18

- 3 w = - 30

Divide each side by - 3

- 3 w / - 3 = - 30 / - 3

w = 10

Answer 2

w = 10

Explanation:

6w+18-9w = -12

Combine like terms

-3w + 18 = -12

Subtract 18 from each side

-3w +18- 18 = -12 -18

-3w = -30

Divide each side by -3

-3w/-3 = -30/3

w = 10