Question

solve for w, you must write your answer in fully simplified form
5 = - 12w

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate w

Divide both sides by - 12.
$w=\frac{5}{-12}$

Step2: Simplify the fraction

$w =-\frac{5}{12}$

Answer:

$w =-\frac{5}{12}$