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If x=-3 and 2x+5y=-1 what is the value of y?

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Answer:

y=1

Explanation:

Start by plugging in -3 for x in the equation 2x+5y=-1 then solve for y.

2(-3)+5y=-1

-6+5y=-1 (add 6 to both sides)

5y=5 (divide both sides by 5)

y=1

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