To solve the equation for y, we can begin by cross-multiplying.
(-1)(-7) = (5y + 3)
7 = 5y + 3
Next, subtract 3 from both sides of the equation:
7 - 3 = 5y + 3 - 3
4 = 5y
Finally, divide both sides of the equation by 5 to solve for y:
4/5 = 5y/5
4/5 = y
Therefore, the solution is y = 4/5.
Solve the equation for y.
−1 over 5y+3=−7
50
-35
15
55
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