Question

complete the process of solving the equation.
fill in the missing term and select the missing description. simplify any fractions.
$2(v - 13) = -8$
$v - 13 = -4$
$v = $
options:
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: Divide both sides by 2

$\frac{2(v-13)}{2} = \frac{-8}{2}$
Simplifies to: $v - 13 = -4$

Step2: Add 2 to both sides

$v - 13 + 13 = -4 + 13$

Answer:

Missing description (first step): Divide both sides by 2
$v = 9$