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  • 15-06-2021
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You are asked to solve for y in the equation –3 = 5y – 2x, given that x = –4. What is the first step you would take?

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  • 15-06-2021

Answer:

[tex]y = - \frac{11}{5}[/tex]

Step-by-step explanation:

5y - 2 x = -3

Given x = - 4

5y - 2( - 4) = -3

5y + 8 = - 3

5y + 8 - 8 = - 3 - 8                   [ subtract 8 from both sides ]

5y + 0 = - 11                             [ 8 - 8 = 0 ]

[tex]y = -\frac{11}{5}[/tex]

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