Question

linear equations w/ distribution (lev 1)
score: 2/5 penalty: none
question
solve.
2(y + 8) = 32

Explanation:

Step1: Expand the left - hand side

$$2(y + 8)=2y+16$$
So the equation becomes $2y + 16=32$.

Step2: Isolate the term with the variable

Subtract 16 from both sides:
$$2y+16 - 16=32 - 16$$
$$2y=16$$

Step3: Solve for \(y\)

Divide both sides by 2:
$$\frac{2y}{2}=\frac{16}{2}$$
$$y = 8$$

Answer:

\(y = 8\)