Question

solve for b.
4b - 7 = 5
b =

Explanation:

Step1: Add 7 to both sides

$4b-7 + 7=5 + 7$
$4b=12$

Step2: Divide both sides by 4

$\frac{4b}{4}=\frac{12}{4}$
$b = 3$

Answer:

3