Solving a multi step equation using distributive property

The video tutorial explains how to solve for the variable V in an equation. It begins by discussing the need to isolate the variable and simplify both sides of the equation. The distributive property is applied to eliminate parentheses, and variables are aligned on one side to avoid negative numbers. Inverse operations are used to further isolate V, and the solution is verified by substituting back into the original equation.

What is the first step in solving for a variable that appears on both sides of an equation?

• Apply the distributive property

• Isolate the variable on one side

• Combine like terms on both sides

• Add a constant to both sides

Why is it preferable to keep the variable positive when aligning terms on one side of the equation?

• It prevents negative numbers

• It makes the equation easier to solve

• It avoids dealing with fractions

• It simplifies the arithmetic

Which property of equality is used to move terms from one side of the equation to the other?

• Addition property of equality

• Division property of equality

• Subtraction property of equality

• Multiplication property of equality

What operation is used to isolate a variable that is being multiplied by a coefficient?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

What is the final value of V in the equation after all operations are completed?

• V = 29

• V = -1

• V = 0

• V = 1