Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

by Martin-Gay, Elayn

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0321785045

ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 2 - Section 2.1 - Linear Equations in One Variable - Exercise Set - Page 55: 53

Answer

y=8

Work Step by Step

Original Equation 2y+5(y-4)=4y-2(y-10) Distribute 2y+5y-20=4y-2y+20 Combine like terms 7y-20=2y+20 Add 20 and subtract 2y from both sides 5y=40 Divide both sides by 5 y=8

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