Question

Put the steps for solving the following equation in the correct order: (3y+1)/(2)=8

Answer 1

y = 5

Explanation:

(3y + 1) / (2) = 8

3y + 1 = 8 * 2

3y + 1 = 16

3y + 1 - 16 = 0

3y - 15 = 0

3(y - 5) = 0

dividing both sides by 3

y - 5 = 0

y = 5