SOLUTION: Would you please show me how to solve the eqation for the variable indicated in this problem? X = 5y for y Thank you for your time and help!

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Question 244044: Would you please show me how to solve the eqation for the variable indicated in this problem? X = 5y for y Thank you for your time and help!

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x=5y Start with the given equation


x%2F5=y Divide both sides by 5 to isolate 'y'


So the solution is y=x%2F5