Question

20 points!! Type the correct answer in the box. Use numerals instead of words. What value of n makes the equation true? -1/5n+7=2 n =

Answer 1

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Answer:

$\huge\boxed{n = 25}$

-1/5n + 7 = 2

Start by subtracting 7 from both sides:

-1/5n + 7 - (7) = 2 - (7)

-1/5n = -5

Multiply both sides by the reciprocal of -1/5, or -5.

(-5) · (-1/5n) = (-5) · (-5)

n = 25