Question

Simplify the expression and show your work. 4y+5=-31

Answer 1

$4y +5=-31 \\ 4y+5-5 = 31-5 \\ 4y=-36 \\ 4y/4=-36/4 \\ y=-9 \\ Check: \\ 4(-9)+5=-31 \\ -36+5=-31 \\ -31=-31$