SOLUTION: I have no problem when y is on the left side of the equation and then solving it. What I have a problem with is when I have to solve for y and it is on the right side of the equat

Question 206792: I have no problem when y is on the left side of the equation and then solving it. What I have a problem with is when I have to solve for y and it is on the right side of the equation.
Example: 7x-5y =2 I can solve
but
7x=9y+2 I get so confused in solving. Could you please help?
Ann
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given equation.

Subtract 2 from both sides.

Rearrange the equation. Remember if then

Divide both sides by to isolate y.

Break up the fraction.

Reduce.

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