Question

The equation 3x + 2y = 4 is in standard form. Write an equivalent equation to find y. Solve for y.

What is your new equation after you moved the 'x-term' to the opposite side of equ

Answer 1

y= -
`(3)/(2) \\` +2

y=2

Explanation:

1. 3x+2y=4 subtract 3x on both sides to isolate 2y

-3x =-3x

2y=-3x+4

2. 2y=-3x+4 divide both sides by 2 to isolate y

2 2

y=-
`(3)/(2\\)` +2 this is the equivalent equation

To solve for y.

1. substitute 0 for x

y= -
`(3)/(2)`(0) + 2

2. anything multiplied by 0 is 0

y=2