Question

Solve the equation.
-3n-4n-17=25
n=?

Answer 1

n=-6

Explanation:

-3n-4n-17=25

-7n-17=25

-7n=42

n=-6

Answer 2

n = -6

Explanation:

-3n-4n-17=25

Combine like terms

-7n -17 = 25

Add 17 to each side

-7n -17+17 = 25+17

-7n = 42

Divide each side by -7

-7n/-7 = 42/-7

n = -6