Question

Rearrange the equation so xxx is the independent variable.
-5x-4y=-8
y=

Answer 1

Answer:

$\displaystyle x = \frac{4y - 8}{-5}$

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Equality Properties

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtraction Property of Equality

Algebra I

• Terms/Coefficients

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

$\displaystyle -5x - 4y = -8$

Step 2: Solve for x

1. [Addition Property of Equality] Add 4y on both sides:                                   $\displaystyle -5x = 4y - 8$
2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide -5 on both sides:                                $\displaystyle x = \frac{4y - 8}{-5}$

Answer 2

Answer:

4y-8/ -5

Step-by-step explanation: