SOLUTION: n+5=-1, the first part has a denominator of -16

Question 657025: n+5=-1, the first part has a denominator of -16
Found 2 solutions by solver91311, rfer:
Answer by solver91311(24713) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Multiply both sides by -16. Add -5 to both sides.

John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it

Answer by rfer(16322) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I hope I understand
(n+5)/-16=-1
n+5=-1*-16
n+5=+16
n=16-5
n=11
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