Respuesta :

Answer: b = -4/7

Step-by-step explanation: To solve for b, we must isolate the variable. This can be done in small steps:

First, we rewrite the problem:

[tex]7b \ - \ 4 \ = \ -8[/tex]

Next, we add 4 to both sides:

[tex]7b \ - \ 4 \ + \ 4 \ = -8 \ + \ 4 \ or \ 7b \ = \ -4[/tex]

Finally, we divide by the coefficient (7):

[tex]b \ = \frac{-4}{7}[/tex]

Therefore, b = -4/7.

1. Add 4 to both sides of the equation to isolate the 7b term:

  7b - 4 + 4 = -8 + 4

  Simplify to get 7b = -4 .

2. Divide both sides by 7 to solve for b:

  7b/7 = -4/7

  Simplify to find b = -4/7

1. Add 4 to both sides of the equation to isolate the 7b term:

  7b - 4 + 4 = -8 + 4

  Simplify to get 7b = -4 .

2. Divide both sides by 7 to solve for b:

  7b/7 = -4/7

  Simplify to find b = -4/7