Question 648616
5c-9 = 8-2c


5c - 9 = 8 - 2c

Add 9 from each side of the equation.

5c - 9 + 9 = 8 - 2c + 9

Combine like terms:

-9 + 9 = 0

8 + 9 = 17

Therefore:

5c = 17 - 2c

Add 2c from each side of the equation.

5c + 2c = 17 - 2c + 2c

Combine like terms:

5c + 2c = 7c

-2c + 2c = 0

7c = 17

Divide each side by 7

7c/7 = 17/7


The Answer:

c = 17/7




Lennox Obuong
Algebra Student
Email: obuong3@aol.com