Question

Which value of y makes the equation true? -2y − 9 = -11

Answer 1

y = 1

Explanation:

-2y - 9 = -11

-2y - 9 + 9 = -11 + 9

-2y = -2

`(-2y)/(-2)` =
`(-2)/(-2)`

y = 1

Check:

-2(1) - 9 = -11

-2 - 9 = -11

-11 = -11