Question

Solve the equation for y and explain. 2y + 2(y - 2) = 5y - 3(y - 10)

Answer 1

2y + 2(y-2) = 5y - 3(y-10)
2y + 2y - 4 = 5y -3y +30
4y - 4 = 2y + 30
4y - 2y = 30 + 4
2y = 34
y = 34/2
y = 17