Question

Ten times the sum of half a number and 6 is 8

Answer 1

Ten (10) times (multiplication) the sum (addition) of half ($\frac{1}{2}$ a number (n) and 6 is (=) 8.

10($\frac{n}{2}$ + 6) = 8   Use the Distributive Property
5n + 60 = 8   Subtract 60 from both sides
5n = -52   Divide both sides by 5
n = -10 $\frac{2}{5}$