Put the steps in order to solve the equation: 3n+9+4n=2

Question

(6 points)
Step 1: _ to get _

Step 2: _ to get _

Step 3: _ to get _

Answer 1

Step 1: Combine like terms
3n + 4n + 9 = 2
7n + 9 = 2

Step 2: Isolate the variable term
7n = 2 - 9
7n = -7

Step 3: Solve for n
n = -7/7
n = -1