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Consider the steps to solve the equation
(y + 20) - 4 = (24 - 1)
Use the multiplication property of equality to isolate
Distribute
ty + 8 - 9 - 1oy - 20
What is the next step after using the distributive
property?
Use the multiplication property of equality to isolate
the variable term on one side of the equation
Use the multiplication property of equality to isolate
the constant on one side of the equation
Combine the like terms on the right side of the
equation
Combine the like terms on the left side of the
equation

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Answer:

y = 7

Explanation:

1) The parentheses can be removed completely: y + 20 - 4 = 24 - 1

2) Combining like terms results in y + 16 = 23

3) Subtract 16 from both sides to isolate y:

y = 7

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