Question

What is the answer to the question 7b -15 = 5b - 3

Answer 1

`b = 6`

Explanation:

1.) We need to manipulate the equation to get b by itself.

2.) ​ Subtract 5b from each side. Combine like terms. Add 15 to each side. Combine like terms. Divide each side by 2. Simplify.

Answer 2

b = 6

Explanation:

7b - 15 = 5b - 3

7b = 5b + 12 Add 15 to both sides

2b = 12 Subtract 5b from both sides

b = 6 Divide 2 from both sides