Question

Solve for the indicated variable in the literal equation ​

Answer 1

`x = (y)/(3) - (5)/(3)`

Explanation:

Given

`y = 5 + 3x`

Required

Solve for x

Subtract 5 from both sides

`y-5 = 5 -5+ 3x`

`y-5 = 3x`

Divide through by 3

`(y)/(3) - (5)/(3) = x`

`x = (y)/(3) - (5)/(3)`