Question

Start with the number y . double it and then add 5.if the result is y+8.find the value of y.
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Answer 1

Answer:

the value of Y is 3

Step-by-step explanation:

equation follows by your questions

double it of y is =2y

and the add it 5 then equation will be

2y+5

result is y+8 then

2y+5= y+8. --(1)

2y-y = 8-5

y = 3

proof of the answer

put the value in the equation. (1)

3×2+5= 3+8

6+5 = 11

11 = 11 (LHS=RHS)

HENCE PROOF ✓