Solve using inverse operations. Use the sketch pad to show your work. If you prefer to show your work on paper, you can upload it at the end.

Question

-4+2b=-40

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Answer 1

To solve the equation \(-4 + 2b = -40\) using inverse operations, follow these steps:

1. Add 4 to both sides to isolate the term with \(b\): \[ -4 + 2b + 4 = -40 + 4 \] This simplifies to: \[ 2b = -36 \]

2. Divide both sides by 2 to solve for \(b\): \[ \frac{2b}{2} = \frac{-36}{2} \] This simplifies to: \[ b = -18 \]

So, the solution to the equation is \(b = -18\).

Summary of Steps:

• Start with the equation: \(-4 + 2b = -40\)
• Add 4 to both sides: \(2b = -36\)
• Divide both sides by 2: \(b = -18\)

If you need a sketch or visual representation of the steps, unfortunately, I can't create or display images directly, but you can plot out those steps on a sketch pad or paper following the derived steps provided above. If you decide to upload a handwritten solution, that would clearly illustrate your work.