Solve for Y

Y + 1 = 2(x-4)

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To solve for Y, we will isolate Y on one side of the equation.

Y + 1 = 2(x-4)

First, distribute the 2 to (x-4):

Y + 1 = 2x - 8

Next, subtract 1 from both sides of the equation:

Y = 2x - 8 - 1

Simplifying:

Y = 2x - 9

Therefore, Y = 2x - 9.