SOLUTION: I am not sure what this is called but could you show me how to work it out step by step? I would be greatful. Solve F = 9C + 160 for C

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Question 19206: I am not sure what this is called but could you show me how to work it out step by step? I would be greatful. Solve F = 9C + 160 for C
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I tried to figure it out but I am not getting the answer the book shows. The line & 5 is supposed to be underneath9C + 160
Thanks in advance
Found 2 solutions by wuwei96815, celeste:
Answer by wuwei96815(245) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
F = (9C + 160)/5

First multiply both sides of the equation by 5. That should yield:
5F = 9C + 160

Next add -160 to both sides. That should yield:
5F - 160 = 9C

Then, divide both sides by 9. Do you get?
(5F-160)/9 = C

I hope that this is the answer in the book.

Answer by celeste(1) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
9c+160=205 9*5=45+160=205