SOLUTION: What is y in this equation 3/2y - y =4 + 1/2?

Algebra ->  Algebra  -> Equations -> SOLUTION: What is y in this equation 3/2y - y =4 + 1/2?       Log On

Ad: Algebra Solved!™: algebra software solves algebra homework problems with step-by-step help!
Ad: Algebrator™ solves your algebra problems and provides step-by-step explanations!

   

Question 240788: What is y in this equation 3/2y - y =4 + 1/2?

Answer by Alan3354(21583) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3/2y - y =4 + 1/2
I'll assume you mean (3/2)y for the 1st term.
y/2 = 9/2
y = 9
----------
It could be 3/(2y), which would make a difference. Parentheses are free, use some.