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What is the value of y in (1/2)x + 3 = (1/3)y - 2 if x = 28/3?

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Answer:

y = 29

Explanation:

x/2 + 3 = y/3 - 2

28/3 ÷ 2 = 14/3

14/3 + 9/3 = y/3 - 6/3

23/3 + 6/3 = y/3

29/3 = y/3 ∴ y = 29

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