Short Answer: Solve for the variable (may be x, y, a, etc.) .
Long Answer + Explanation + Example:
- Simplify each side of the equation
- Distribute values (if needed)
- Use addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division
- Solve for the variable
- Check your answer by inputting the variable into the equation
Example:
[tex]5(x-1)=2(x-4)-6\\5x-5=2x-8-6\\5x-5=2x-14\\5x=2x-9\\3x=-9\\x=-3[/tex]
