Question

Solve for
7c+5=9(c−3)

Answer 1

c = 16

Explanation:

First, distribute the 9 to the parentheses:

7c + 5 = 9(c − 3)

7c + 5 = 9c - 27

Then, subtract 7c from both sides:

5 = 2c - 27

Add 27 to both sides:

32 = 2c

Divide each side by 2:

16 = c

So, c = 16