Question

Help with this algebra problem? 12y+6=6y+12?

Answer 1

First, combine like terms.
12y+6=6y+12 turns into
12y-6y=12-6, which is
6y=6. Now divide both sides by 6.
y=1

now do a quick check (cause that's always a good idea).
12(1)+6=6(1)+12
12+6=6+12
18=18  ; )