Question

3(v − 15) = 15

What does v equal?

Answer 1

v=20

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

3(v−15)=15

(3)(v)+(3)(−15)=15(Distribute)

3v+−45=15

3v−45=15

Step 2: Add 45 to both sides.

3v−45+45=15+45

3v=60

Step 3: Divide both sides by 3.

3v /3 = 60 /3

v=20