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How can you solve this equation? 15 = y - 5

A. Subtract 5 from each side.
B. Subtract 15 from each side.
C. Add 5 to each side.
D. Add 15 to each side.​

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Answer:

C) add 5 to each sides.

Explanation:

1) Add 5 to both sides.


15 + 5 = y

2) Simplify 15 + 5 to 20.


20 = y

3) Switch sides.


y = 20

You need to add 5 to each sides in order to solve this equation. if you do, you'll get an answer of 20.

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