Question

in the equation $5x - 3y = 15$, what is the coefficient of $y$?
a. $y$
b. $15$
c. $-3$
d. $5x$

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the term with y

The term containing y is $-3y$.

Step2: Find the coefficient

The coefficient is the numerical factor of $y$, which is $-3$.

Answer:

c. -3