How many more books do you need to read over the summer if you already read 4 books and you need to read a total of 16 books? Write an equation to represent this situation and solve the equation using mental math.

Question

Your equation must have a variable and and equal sign. Write your answer in a complete sentence.

You don't have to answer the question, but just please help me understand how to do it. :)

Answer 1

You've been given a start -- a variable (letter) and an equal sign

n =

What do you need to add to that to make a complete equation?

Answer 2

ummmm.... n= 16? maybe i'm not sure

Answer 3

4 + n = 16

Answer 4

Thank you for helping. I REALLY appreciate it. <3 :)

Answer 5

You are very welcome.

Answer 6

That makes no sense

Answer 7

this does not help what is the answer