What is 5 (1-2w) + 8w = 15 ?
5(1 - 2w) + 8w = 15 Use the Distributive Property 5 - 10w + 8w = 15 Combine like terms 5 - 2w = 15 Subtract 5 from both sides -2w = 10 Divide both sides by -2 w = -5