Question

How do i get y alone when 3(–1)+5y=17

Answer 1

Multiple 3(-1) and get 3 subtract that from 17 which is 14 divide by 5 to make y alone the answer is 14/5

Answer 2

3(-1) + 5y = 17
add 3 to both sides
5y=20
divide by 5
y=4