SOLUTION: What is the answer to this problem 4(3z-1)-5(z+2)=5(z+1) I need to show my work please!

Question 696443: What is the answer to this problem 4(3z-1)-5(z+2)=5(z+1) I need to show my work please!
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given equation.

Distribute.

Combine like terms on the left side.

Add to both sides.

Subtract from both sides.

Combine like terms on the left side.

Combine like terms on the right side.

Divide both sides by to isolate .

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Answer:

So the solution is
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