Question

What is the value of y in the equation 5x+2y=20, when x=0.3

Answer 1

5x+2y=20

Substitute 0.3 for x

5(0.3)+2y=20

Multiply 5 by 0.3

1.5+2y=20

Subtract 1.5 from both sides

2y=18.5

Divide 2 on both sides

Final Answer: y= 9.25