Question

List the steps to the following equation 5x - 6 = 44 then solve for x

Answer 1

Assignment: $\bold{Solve \ Equation: \ 5x - 6 = 44}$

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Answer: $\boxed{\bold{x=10}}$

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Explanation: $\downarrow\downarrow\downarrow$

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[ Step One ] Add 6 To Both Sides

$\bold{5x-6+6=44+6}$

[ Step Two ] Simplify

$\bold{5x=50}$

[ Step Three ] Divide Both Sides By 5

$\bold{\frac{5x}{5}=\frac{50}{5}}$

[ Step Four ] Simplify

$\bold{x=10}$

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$\bold{\rightarrow Mordancy \leftarrow}$

Answer 2

Add 6 to both sides so the -6 cancels out then divide the 38 you will get from 44-6 by 5 (38/5) to get your answer