SOLUTION: how do I solve this linear probleam I'm confused 3x-4y=12

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Question 265288: how do I solve this linear probleam I'm confused 3x-4y=12
Answer by drk(1908) About Me  (Show Source):
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IF you want to solve for y, then
step 1 - subtract 3x to get
-4y = -3x + 12
step 2 - divide by -4 to get
y = (3/4)x -3