Question

If x equals 3, then find the matching value for y. -7x-4y=-5

Answer 1

-7(3)-4y=-5

-21-4y=-5

-4y = 16

y=-4

Answer 2

If x = 3 
- 7x - 4y = -5 is the same as -7*3 - 4y = -5
hence -21 - 4y = -5
           4y = -16
             y = -4