Question

What is the inverse of the equation y
31 – 2?

Answer 1

The inverse is (x+2)/3

Explanation:

y = 3x-2

To find the inverse, exchange x and y

x = 3y-2

Solve for y

Add 2 to each side

x+2 = 3y-2+2

x+2 = 3y

Divide by 3

(x+2)/3 = 3y/3

(x+2)/3 = y

The inverse is (x+2)/3