Question

Im solving variables 31 = 3 (y+7) - 8y

Answer 1

combine like terms
subtract 21 from both sides of the equation
simplify
divide both sides
y=-2

Answer 2

y = -2

Explanation:

31 = 3 (y+7) - 8y

31 = 3y +21 - 8y

31 = -5y +21

10 = -5y

-2 = y