Question

What value of m makes the equation true? 16 + 2 ( 5m - 8 ) - m = 36

Answer 1

Answer:

m=4

Step-by-step explanation:

We may use Distributive property for this.

So, 16+2(5m-8)-m=36

   (16+ 2*5m-2*16)-m=36

   = (10m+16-16)-m=36

   =(10m-m)=36

   =9m=36

  =m=36/9

 =m=4

Answer 2

Answer:

m = 4

Step-by-step explanation:

16 + 2(5m - 8) - m = 36

Distribute :

16 + 10m - 16 - m = 36

Combine Like Terms:

9m  = 36

Divide by 9:

m = 4