SOLUTION: solve for y in 2y + 5=-3y-10

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Question 247165: solve for y in 2y + 5=-3y-10
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Problem:
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Add 3y on both sides, we get:

Deduct 5 on both sides, we get:

Simplify:

Now divide by 5 on both sides to find the value of y:

Simplify:
<--- here's your answer!

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