Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321726391
ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 2 - Section 2.3 - Integrated Review - Solving Linear Equations - Page 123: 31

Answer

y = $\frac{4}{19}$

Work Step by Step

-3y = $\frac{4(y - 1)}{5}$ Distribute: -3y = $\frac{4y - 4}{5}$ Multiply both sides by 5: 5(-3y) = 4y - 4 -15y = 4y - 4 Subtract 4y from both sides: -19y = -4 Divide both sides by -19: y = $\frac{4}{19}$
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