Question

-6(u-1)=2u-26
Simplify.
Please show me how!

Answer 1

Do you mean solve?

Answer 2

Multiply out the -6 to (u-1)
-6u+6=2u-26
Collect like terms :)

Answer 3

Yes.
Just asks for the most simplified answer.

Answer 4

You will want to start by distributing the -6 to each of the terms in parens. Then add or subtract all the terms with a u to one side of the equal sign, and all the terms without a u to the other side.

Answer 5

If you want, we can check your answer once you have done that. Or if you get stuck you can ask further questions.

Answer 6

I ended up getting u=4

Answer 7

That's correct. Nicely done.