Question

complete the process of solving the equation. fill in the missing term and select the missing description. simplify any fractions. \\(-2(t + 14) = 12\\) \\(t + 14 = -6\\) \\(t = \square\\) add -2 to both sides subtract -2 from both sides multiply both sides by -2 divide both sides by -2 combine like terms

Explanation:

Step1: Identify operation for step 1

To get from $-2(t + 14) = 12$ to $t + 14 = -6$, divide both sides by $-2$:
$\frac{-2(t + 14)}{-2} = \frac{12}{-2}$

Step2: Solve for $t$

Subtract 14 from both sides:
$t = -6 - 14$

Answer:

Missing description: Divide both sides by -2
Missing term: $-20$