Question

the equation 5x + 2y=6 describes a line and is written in standard form

(a) solve the variable y
(b) use this result to find y with x = -8

i think i have this part right
-5x + 3
2
the 5 and 2 is a fraction not sure how to use the draw :)

just not sure where to go from here?
thanks in advance

Answer 1

that is in y=mx+b format

Answer 2

be right back

Answer 3

still new to this so not understanding your answer pmcafee

Answer 4

im back

Answer 5

okay lets start from the start.............. what did you say y is

Answer 6

2Y

Answer 7

Your solution is good. -5/2x + 3. Now substitute -8 for x. y = -5/2(-8) + 3

y = ?

Answer 8

have to simplify that

Answer 9

23 thanks