Question

How do I solve -5y -9 = -(y-1)

Answer 1

Start by gathering the like terms.

Answer 2

I thought I couldnt because the y is in the ()

Answer 3

next step would be -6y -10y right?

Answer 4

-6y -10*

Answer 5

No. First multiply the -(y -1) out to get rid of the parenthesis.

Answer 6

Then add y to both sides. And add 9 to both sides.

Answer 7

so you mulitply - to y and -1?

Answer 8

No. -(y -1) = -y +1

Answer 9

Thanks