Question

8y+11= 6y + 11
solve for y
please help

Answer 1

Explanation:

8y+11=6y+11

we have the same number in both sides, they will cancel out

8y-6y=0

2y=0

y=0 is the only solution

Answer 2

y = 0

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

8y + 11 = 6y + 11

Step 2: Solve for y

1. Subtract 6y on both sides: 2y + 11 = 11
2. Subtract 11 on both sides: 2y = 0
3. Divide 2 on both sides: y = 0