Question

solve the equation $8(n + 7) = 88$. what are two ways to start solving this equation? choose both ways. use the associative property. use the distributive property. subtract 7 from both sides. subtract 8 from both sides. divide both sides by 8. divide both sides by 88.

Explanation:

To solve \( 8(n + 7)=88 \), two valid starting methods are:

1. Use the distributive property: Distribute 8 to \( n \) and 7: \( 8n + 56 = 88 \), then solve for \( n \).
2. Divide both sides by 8: Divide each side by 8: \( n + 7=\frac{88}{8}=11 \), then solve for \( n \).

Other options are invalid: Associative property doesn’t apply here; subtracting 7/8 or dividing by 88 are incorrect first steps.

Answer:

Use the distributive property, Divide both sides by 8