Question

solve the equation $2h - 12 = 4$. how can you isolate the term $2h$? $2h - 12 = 4$? ? on both sides.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall inverse operations

To isolate \(2h\) in the equation \(2h - 12 = 4\), we need to undo the subtraction of 12. The inverse operation of subtraction is addition.

Step2: Apply the operation

Add 12 to both sides of the equation. So the first dropdown should be "Add" and the second dropdown should be "12".

Answer:

First dropdown: Add, Second dropdown: 12