What is the first step to solve the absolute value equation 2|x+5|=16 for x?

In the field of thermodynamics, rankine is the unit used to measure temperature. one can convert temperature from celsius into rankine using the formula c= r/1.8 - 273, what is the temperature in celcius corresponding to r degrees rankine.

What is the rate of change of a line that passes through (2,-5) and (6,-2)?

Teams of 4 are competing in a 1/4 mile relay race. each runner must run the same exact distance. what is the distance each teammate runs?