Question

Solve the equation, 5- 2y = –8

Answer 1

Explanation:

5 - 2y = - 8

Subtract 5 from both sides

-2y = - 8 - 5

-2y = - 13

Divide by - 2

-2y/-2 = - 13/-2

y = 6 1/2 or 6.5