When finding the answer to this equation, you will insert 10 where 'y'' is in the equation. 10= 2x - 2.5. Then you want to have x alone on one side, so you need to add 2.5 to 10. 12.5= 2x. Once you did this, divide 12.5 by 2 and you have your answer. 12.5/2= 6.25