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Solve the question: 3(.5y-6)=12​

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Answer:

y = 20.

Explanation:

Distribute:


3(0.5y)-3(6)=12


1.5y-18=12

Add 18 to both sides:


1.5y-18+18=12+18


1.5y=30

Solve for y:


(1.5y)/(1.5)=(30)/(1.5)


y=20

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