Question

What is the value of of y in the equation -3y+11=20

Answer 1

Explanation:

-3y+11=20

-3y=20-11

y=9/-3

y=-3

Answer 2

y = -3

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

-3y + 11 = 20

Step 2: Solve for y

1. [Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 11 on both sides: -3y = 9
2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide -3 on both sides: y = -3