SOLUTION: How do you solve this equation for y: 2x+3=8 2x+3-3=8-3 2x=5 2x/2=5/2 x=5/2 or 2.5

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Question 204181: How do you solve this equation for y:
2x+3=8
2x+3-3=8-3
2x=5
2x/2=5/2
x=5/2 or 2.5

Answer by RAY100(1637) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Your solution for x looks excellent. ( the "y" is possibly just "variable")
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have a great day