Question

-7= y/7? Solve the Equation.

Answer 1

y = -49

multiply 7 on both sides

-7*7 = y/7*7

-49 = y

Answer 2

y = -49

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtraction Property of Equality

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

-7 = y/7

Step 2: Solve for y

1. [Multiplication Property of Equality] Multiply 7 on both sides: -49 = y
2. Rewrite: y = -49