Question

What is the answer to ... -5 - 3w = 7

Answer 1

w = -4

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

Algebra I

• Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define equation

-5 - 3w = 7

Step 2: Solve for w

1. Add 5 to both sides: -3w = 12
2. Divide -3 on both sides: w = -4

Step 3: Check

Plug in w to verify it's a solution.

1. Substitute: -5 - 3(-4) = 7
2. Multiply: -5 + 12 = 7
3. Add: 7 = 7

And we have our final answer!