A square painting has an area of 9 square metres. How long is each side?
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Answer:
y = 13
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Distribute
3/2y - 3/2 = y + 5
Step 2: Subtract <em>y</em> on both sides
1/2y - 3/2 = 5
Step 3: add 3/2 on both sides
1/2y = 13/2
Step 4: Divide both sides by 1/2
y = 13
