Question

Check whether the given value is a solution to the equation.

3*(y+8) = 2y−6

Sub in y = 30

Are these =

Is this solution?

True or False ?​

Answer 1

FALSE. The correct answer is y = - 30.

Explanation:

3*(30+8) = 2(30)-6

3*38 = 60-6

114 = 54

The correct answer is y = -30. (Negative 30)

3*(-30+8) = 2(-30)-6

-66 = -66