Question

-2 = y + 5/6 solve for y and simplify your answer as much as possible

Answer 1

Explanation:

Solve for y: -2 = y + 5/6

-2 = y + 5/6 subtract 5/6 from both sides:

-2 - 5/6 = y + 5/6 - 5/6

-2 - 5/6 = y

combine left side:

-17/6 = y

so:

y = -17/6

OR:

`y = -2(5)/(6)`