Question

Solve the following equation for w: 7(w + 3) = 16 + 10(w − 4)

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Answer 1

w = 15

Explanation:

7(w + 3) = 16 + 10(w − 4)

7w + 21 = 16 + 10w - 40

7w + 21 = 10w - 24

-3w = - 45

w = 15