Question

solve 2 step equation


m + 5
______ = -5

I thought the answer was -50, but my mom is not sure

Answer 1

solve 2 step equation


m + 5
______ = -5
9

I thought the answer was -50, but my mom is not sure

sorry typo

Answer 2

m + 5
______ = -5
9

Multiply both sides by 9.

m + 5 = -45

m = -50

You are right!

Substitute -50 back into the original equation to prove it.

Answer 3

thank you so much Ms. Sue!

Answer 4

You are very welcome, Judith.