Examine the first two steps used to solve the equation.
3
4
(20y β 8) + 5 = 1
2
y + 1
4
(20y + 8)
1. 15y β 6 + 5 = 1
2
y + 5y + 2
2. 15y β 1 = 11
2
y + 2
Which would be a good third step to solve the equation?
Combine like terms StartFraction 11 Over 2 EndFractiony and 2.
Distribute 15 to each term on the left side.
Subtract StartFraction 11 Over 2 EndFractiony from each side of the equation.
Divide each side of the equation by 2.