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Swatisinghi asked Apr 9, 2023

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Solve the equation -18 = 1/4y

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Answer:

y = -72

Set each factor to 0

Simplify both sides of the equation, and then, isolate the variable, which is y.

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Answer:

-72

Explanation:

-18 = 1/4y

1/4y = -18

y = -18 times 4

y = -72

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