Answer:
b = -1/2
Explanation:
6b - (3 - 4b) = -8
Distribute the negative sign on the left side. It is as if -1 is written there. Be careful with the negative sign. It changes all signs inside the parentheses.
6b - 3 + 4b = -8
Combine like terms on the left side.
10b - 3 = -8
Add 3 to both sides.
10b = -5
Divide both sides by 10.
b = -5/10
Reduce the fraction.
b = -1/2