Question

Which of the following equations is equivalent to 2/3x - 1/2y = 6?

2x - y = 6
2x - y = 36
4x - 3y = 36

Answer 1

4x - 3y = 36

Explanation:

2/3x - 1/2y = 6

Multiply each side by 6 to get rid of the fractions

6* (2/3x - 1/2y) = 6*6

Distribute the 6

12/3 x - 6/2y = 36

4x -3y = 36