SOLUTION: Solve the following formula for y. x=9y-5 I'm honestly not sure where to even start?

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Question 340906: Solve the following formula for y.
x=9y-5
I'm honestly not sure where to even start?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x=9y-5
Solve for y means get y on one side on the equal sign by itself.
x=9y-5
Add 5
x + 5 = 9y
9y = x + 5
Divide by 9
y = (x + 5)/9