Question

What value of m makes the equation true?

16 + 2 ( 5m - 8 ) - m = 36

Answer 1

m=4

Explanation:

We may use Distributive property for this.

So, 16+2(5m-8)-m=36

(16+ 2*5m-2*16)-m=36

= (10m+16-16)-m=36

=(10m-m)=36

=9m=36

=m=36/9

=m=4

Answer 2

m = 4

Explanation:

16 + 2(5m - 8) - m = 36

Distribute :

16 + 10m - 16 - m = 36

Combine Like Terms:

9m = 36

Divide by 9:

m = 4