Question

solve for w.
8(w + 2)=40
simplify your answer as much as possible.

Explanation:

Step1: Divide both sides by 8

$\frac{8(w + 2)}{8}=\frac{40}{8}$
$w + 2 = 5$

Step2: Subtract 2 from both sides

$w+2 - 2=5 - 2$
$w = 3$

Answer:

$w = 3$