Question

What is the value of n in the relationship 8n+9=-n+5

Answer 1

Subtract 5 from both sides.

$8n + 4 = -n$

Subtract 8n from both sides.

$4 = -9n$

Divide both sides by -9 to solve for n.

$- \frac{4}{9} = n$

The value of n is -4/9.