Answer:
= 69
Explanation:
Combine multiplied terms into a single fraction, Distribute, then Multiply all terms by the same value to eliminate fraction denominators.
1) 5/9 ( y + 3 ) = 40 or 5(y + 3) / 9 = 40
2) 5y + 15 / 9 = 40
3) 9 ( 5y + 15 / 9) = 9 40