Question

Solve for g. Show your work!
g+7 4=15

Answer 1

g = -59

Explanation:

g + 74 = 15

subtract 74 from both sides

g = -59

Answer 2

g = 12

Explanation:

g + 7 - 4 = 15

Combine like terms

g +3 = 15

Subtract 3 from each side to isolate g

g+3-3 = 15-3

g = 12