How do you solve 16+ 9m = 61?

1 Answer
Mar 9, 2018

m = 5

Explanation:

16+9m=61   Solve for m

1) Subtract 16 from both sides to isolate the 9m term
After you have subtracted, you will have this:
9m = 45

2) Divide both sides by 9 to isolate m
After dividing, you will end up with this:
m = 5 larr answer

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Sub 5 back in to the original equation to see if it is still true.

16+9 m=61
16 + 9(5) should equal 61

1) Clear the parentheses by multiplying 9 xx 5
After you have multiplied, you will get this:
16 + 45 should equal 61

2) Combine like terms
After you have added 16 + 45, you will end up with this:
61 = 61

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