Question

5n + 6 -3n = - 12

Answer 1

hi

Answer 2

do you know pemdas

Answer 3

If I were you I would combine like terms first.

Answer 4

i get all that but im still confused

Answer 5

Okay so just write the next step. I'll walk you through it.

Answer 6

i dont know if you add or subtract 5n to 3n

Answer 7

Look at the equation... 5n-3n

Answer 8

Do you see how that is there in the equation? If you basically erased the other number?

Answer 9

Since it was negative you subtract basically. As if it were positive you would add.

Answer 10

2n+6= -12

Answer 11

Good

Answer 12

so then your going to subtract 6 from - 12

Answer 13

Good.

Answer 14

-9 is the answer

Answer 15

Wonderful!