Question

In the equation 8y + 72 = 24 what is the value of y?

A. -6
B. 6
C. 12
D. -7

Answer 1

Answer:

-6

Step-by-step explanation:

8y + 72 = 24

Subtract 72 from each side

8y + 72-72 = 24-72

8y =-48

Divide each side by 8

8y/8 = -48/8

y = -6