Question

Solve the equation with a variable term on both sides: 5.1y+21.3=-0.3y-24.6.

Answer 1

Answer

$\boxed {y= -8.5}$

Solution & detailed explanation

In this problem we are solving for y.

First, add 0.3 on both sides.

5.1 + 0.3= 5.4

Now you would need to subtract, 21.3 on both sides.

$5.4y + 21.3= -24.6$

-24.6 - 21.3= -45.9

Divide 5.4 on both sides.

$5.4y = -45.9$

Therefore, the answer would be $\boxed {y= -8.5}$

Answer 2

To solve this equation, we will need to isolate y, the variable. These are the steps that follow:

1. Add 0.3y to each side.

2. Subtract 21.3 from each side.

3. Divide both sides by 5.4y.

Try and figure it out yourself! If you have trouble...

The answer is y = -8.5