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If x is 1 what is the value of y?9x - 5y = 29

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Given

The equation,

9x - 5y = 29.

To find the value of y when x is 1.

Step-by-step explanation:

It is given that,


9x-5y=29

That implies,

When x=1,


\begin{gathered} 9(1)-5y=29 \\ 9-5y=29 \\ -5y=29-9 \\ -5y=20 \\ y=(20)/(-5) \\ y=-4 \end{gathered}

Hence, the value of y is -4.

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