| Example:
N - 10 x 2 + 6 = 20
First, subtract 6 from both sides:
N - 10 x 2 + 6 = 20
The six cancels out on one side, and the other side you're left with 14:
N - 10 x 2 = 14
Now, divide both sides by 2:
N - 10 x 2 = 14
The two's cancel out on the equation and you're left with 7:
N - 10 = 7
Now, add 10 to both sides.
N - 10 = 7
The ten's cancel out. You're now left with N = 17, which is the answer to the equation. Double check:
N - 10 x 2 + 6 = 20
Replace N with 17:
17 - 10 x 2 + 6 = 20
7 x 2 + 6 = 20
14 + 6 = 20
20 = 20
And there you are, good luck! |