Question

rearrange the equation so n is the independent variable.
m + 1 = -2(n + 6)
m =

Explanation:

Step1: Expand the right-hand side

$m + 1 = -2n - 12$

Step2: Isolate $m$ by subtracting 1

$m = -2n - 12 - 1$

Step3: Combine constant terms

$m = -2n - 13$

Answer:

$\boldsymbol{-2n - 13}$