8n-(2n+5) =37

Answer 1

Let's simplify the left side of the equation first by distributing the negative sign:

8n - 2n - 5 = 37

Now, combine like terms:

6n - 5 = 37

Add 5 to both sides of the equation:

6n = 42

Divide both sides by 6:

n = 7

Therefore, the solution to the equation is n = 7.