Question

Q9 Convert the following equations in statement form:
(a) 5x = 20
(b) 3y + 7 = 1​

Answer 1

Answer:

(a) x=4, (b) y=-2 ⇒ See below for explanantion

Step-by-step explanation:

Hope this helps!

a) Divide 5x=20 by 5; 5(x)=5(4) ⇒ Cancel 5 on each side; x=4

(b) Move 7 onto the other side while making it a -7; 3y=1-7 ⇒Solve the RHS 3y=-6 ⇒ Divide both sides by 3; 3(y)=3(-2)⇒ Cancel 3 on each side; y=-2

*Please make me Brainelist, if this was helpful*