Question

Which table best represents the steps to solve the equation x/2+ 1 = -5

Answer 1

To solve the equation you need to isolate x onto one side of the equation.

I assume the equation is ( x / 2 ) + 1 = ( -5 )

First you subtract 1 from each side ( x / 2 ) + (1 - 1) = ( -5 ) - 1:

( x / 2 ) = -6

Next we have x over 2 so you multiply each side by 2 to isolate the x:

( 2x / 2 ) = -6 * 2

Which simplifies to x = -12

The solution to the equation is x = -12

Answer 2

When a problem statement refers to a "table," you need to share that table. Frequently the words alone are not enough to define a problem for your helpers.

Solve: x/2+ 1 = -5

1) Subtract 1 from both sides of this equation. Result: x/2 = -6

2) Multiply both sides by 2, to eliminate the fraction: Result: x = - 12.