Question

Explain how to get the variable alone in the equation.
6 y equals 48
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Part 1
Select the correct choice below and fill in the answer box within your choice.
​(Type a whole​ number.)
A.
Subtract
  
enter your response here from both sides.
B.
Divide both sides by
  
enter your response here.
C.
Add
  
enter your response here to both sides.
D.
Multiply both sides by
  
enter your response here.
6 y equals 486 y equals 486 y equals 486 y equals 48)

Answer 1

B. Divide both sides by 6.

6y = 48
y = 48 ÷ 6 = 8