Question

Solve the equation for y.
1+y=-4/5-2

Answer 1

To solve, you should try to isolate the y-term.

1+y=-4/5-2

Subtract 1 from both sides.

y=-4/5-2-1

Combine the like terms on the right sides (subtract).

y=-2 4/5 - 1

y= -3 4/5

Hope this helps! :)

Answer 2

y = -19/5

Explanation: