Question

Solve for y.
6y-2= -2(y+5)
Simplify your answer as much as possible.

Answer 1

y=-1

Explanation:

6y-2= -2(y+5)

6y-2=-2y-10

6y=-2y-8

Add 2 to both sides=8y=-8

Divide both sides by 8=y=-1

y=-1 is your final answer

Answer 2

y=-1

6y-2=-2y-10

8y-2=-10

8y=-8

y=-1