Question

Solve this equation for the indicated variable.5b + 12c=9 for b

Answer 1

b = (9 - 12c)/5 OR b = 9/5 - 12c/5

Explanation:

5b + 12c = 9

Subtract 12c from both sides.

5b = 9 - 12c

Divide both sides by 5.

b = (9 - 12c)/5.