Question

Solve the equation for y. y-4=1/2(x-8)

Answer 1

All that's necessary is to add 4 to both sides of the equation. This gives

... y = 1/2(x -8) +4

If you like, you can simplify this by eliminating the parentheses and collecting terms.

... y = 1/2·x -4 +4

... y = (1/2)x