the answer is: q=3
start by combining like terms (13q - 9q) which would leave you with 4q + 5 = 17. subtract 5 from both sides and you're left with 4q = 12. divide by 4 on both side and you get q = 3
Answer:
q=3
Step-by-step explanation:
13q - 9q + 5 = 17
13q - 9q = 17 - 5
4q = 12
4q/4 = 12/4
q = 3
