Question

Solve the equation 5(w - 12) - 24 = 3(w + 2)

Answer 1

w = 45

Explanation:

5(w - 12) - 24 = 3(w + 2)

Expand the brackets on both sides.

5w - 60 - 24 = 3w + 6

Add - 60 - 24.

5w - 84 = 3w + 6

Add -3w and 84 on both sides.

5w - 3w = 6 + 84

2w = 90

Divide 2 into both sides.

w = 90/2

w = 45

Answer 2

45

Explanation:

5w - 60 - 24 = 3w + 6

5w - 3w = 6 + 60 + 24

2w = 90

w = 45