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Solve the equation:

−3(y-5)=24

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-3y + 15 = 24
24 + 15
39 divided by -3
i think it’s 13
User WatersLake
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Answer:

y = -3

Explanation:

-3 (y-5) = 24

divide both sides by negative 3

y - 5 = -8

add 5 to both sides

y = -3

User NidhinSPradeep
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