Question

complete the process of solving the equation. fill in the missing term and select the missing description. simplify any fractions. 18(w + 7) = 18 w + 7 = 1 dropdown w = blank subtract 7 from both sides

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the first operation

To get from \( 18(w + 7)=18 \) to \( w + 7 = 1 \), we divide both sides of the equation by 18. So the missing description is "Divide both sides by 18".

Step2: Solve for \( w \)

We have \( w + 7 = 1 \). To solve for \( w \), we subtract 7 from both sides. So \( w=1 - 7=- 6 \).

Answer:

The missing description is "Divide both sides by 18" and the value of \( w \) is \(-6\).