SOLUTION: Solve each literal equation for the indicated variable: 2x + 3y=6 (for x)

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Question 116818: Solve each literal equation for the indicated variable:
2x + 3y=6 (for x)

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Start with the given equation



Subtract 3y from both sides


Divide both sides by 2 to isolate x


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Answer:
So our answer is

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