Question

Use the working backward method to find the solution of the equation.
6y - 5=7
y=____

Answer 1

2.16

Explanation:

6y - 5 = 7

7 + 5 = 13

6y = 13

6y/6 = 13/6

y = 2.16

Answer 2

y = 2

Explanation:

6y - 5 = 7

~Add 5 to both sides

6y = 12

~Divide 6 to both sides

y = 2

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