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Solve the equation 3 x+5 y=16 for y

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Answer:

Y = (16 - 3x)/5

Explanation:

3x + 5y = 16

subtract 3x from both sides:

16-3x = 5y

divide both sides by 5:

(16 - 3x) / 5 = y

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