Question

The value of y for which the expression (y-5)and (2y+1) become equal is
(1) 0
(2) 6
(3) 8
(4) -16

Answer 1

-6 should be the answer
y-5=2y+1
y-2y=5+1
y=-6
hope it it helps.
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(and recheck the options)

Answer 2

Let, y-5 = 2y + 1
y = -6

I think you need to double check your options or the second one