Question

How do I solve 2y - 8 = -1 - 2y​

Answer 1

y = 7/4

Explanation:

2y - 8 = -1 - 2y​

Add 2y to each side

2y +2y - 8 = -1 - 2y+2y

4y -8 = -1

Add 8 to each side

4y - 8+8 = -1+8

4y = 7

Divide by 4

4y/4 = 7/4

y = 7/4​​