SOLUTION: Solve for the variable in each equation 1. 2x+5=-7 2. 1/6n+2=9 I need help on these. Im so lost in math class. Please help me asap!! Due: Friday. Thanks a bunch

Question 915700: Solve for the variable in each equation
1. 2x+5=-7
2. 1/6n+2=9
I need help on these. Im so lost in math class. Please help me asap!! Due: Friday. Thanks a bunch
Found 2 solutions by jim_thompson5910, tutoringisfun:
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
# 1

Start with the given equation.

Subtract from both sides.

Combine like terms on the right side.

Divide both sides by to isolate .

Reduce.

So the solution is

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# 2

Start with the given equation.

Multiply both sides by the LCD to clear any fractions.

Distribute and multiply.

Subtract from both sides.

Combine like terms on the right side.

So the solution is

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Answer by tutoringisfun(17) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Good evening student.
1. 2x+5=7
subtract 5 from both sides and simplify
2x-5+5=7-5
the 5's on the left cancel out leaving:
2x=2
divide both sides by 2
2x/2=2/2
the 2's on the left cancel out leaving:
x=1
2. 1/6n+2=9
get rid of the fraction by multiplying both sides by 6
6(1/6n+2)=9x6
the 6's on the left cancel, leaving:
n+12=54
subtract 12 from each side and simplify:
n-12+12=54-12
the 12's on the left cancel leaving:
n=42.

you can check your answer by substituting the values for n and x, if you desire. Thanks for choosing Algebra .com. If you desire paid help, you can contact me @ http://www.prestoexperts.com/expert/marys-tutoring or just click the box

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