Question

Solve y=3x – 7 for x when y= –2.

Answer 1

Answer:

x = -5/3

Step-by-step explanation:

y = -2

So, -2 = 3x - 7

Collect like terms ( C.L.T )

+7-2 = 3x

5 = 3x

Divide both sides by 3

5/3 = 3x/3

5/3 = x

x = 5/3