The value of y for which the expressions (y - 15) and (2y + 1) become equal is (a) 0 (b) 16 (c) 8 (d) - 16

Erica Lin

Erica Lin

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2023-02-09

The value of y for which the expressions (y - 15) and (2y + 1) become equal is (a) 0 (b) 16 (c) 8 (d) - 16

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Skyler Robertson

Skyler Robertson

Beginner2023-02-10Added 6 answers

It is given that both the expressions are equal. Now, the equation is
⇒y−15=2y+1⇒y−2y=1+15
- y = 16
Multiplying both sides by (-1), we obtain
y = - 16

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