Question

complete the process of solving the equation. fill in the missing term and select the missing description. simplify any fractions. 8(v - 2) = -16 v - 2 = -2 v = \boxed{} add 2 to both sides

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the first step

To get from \(8(v - 2)=- 16\) to \(v - 2=-2\), we divide both sides of the equation by 8. So the missing description for the first step (from \(8(v - 2)=-16\) to \(v - 2=-2\)) is "Divide both sides by 8".

Step2: Solve for \(v\)

We have the equation \(v - 2=-2\). We are told to add 2 to both sides. So, \(v-2 + 2=-2+2\).
Simplifying both sides, we get \(v = 0\).

Answer:

First missing description: Divide both sides by 8; \(v=\boxed{0}\)