n+5/-3=2
To solve this equation for n the first step is to multiply by −3 on both sides. Why is the first step multiplication and NOT addition? (one sentence response)

Respuesta :

Answer:

The first step is multiplication because 5/-3 is a fraction and to make the equation more easier to solve for n, multiplying by -3 will get rid of the fraction.  

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer:

Just a tip when doing algebra remember PEMDAS. it helps you with the order of operations. it has helped me so much

Parentheses

Exponents

Multiplication

Division

Addition

Subtraction