Question

Solve this equation for y.
y+2x=5

Answer 1

To get y by itself, you must get rid of 2x.

To get rid of any term in algebra, you do the opposite operation ( +, -, x, divide)


So Subtract both sides by 2x and let me know what you get

Answer 2

-1y=5 ?

Answer 3

Try show your steps like this