Question

Describe the steps needed to solve 8x-12y=-3 for y.

Answer 1

y = (2 x)/3 + 1/4

Explanation:

Solve for y:

8 x - 12 y = -3

Subtract 8 x from both sides:

-12 y = -8 x - 3

Divide both sides by -12:

Answer: y = (2 x)/3 + 1/4