Question

solve for w. 18 = 2(w + 2) w = submit

Explanation:

Step1: Divide both sides by 2

$\frac{18}{2} = \frac{2(w+2)}{2}$
$9 = w + 2$

Step2: Subtract 2 from both sides

$9 - 2 = w + 2 - 2$
$7 = w$

Answer:

$7$