SOLUTION: Solve the equation for y. Then find the value of y for the given value of x. 2x + 3y = 12; x= -6

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Question 641447: Solve the equation for y. Then find the value of y for the given value of x.
2x + 3y = 12; x= -6
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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2x + 3y = 12

2(-6) + 3y = 12

-12 + 3y = 12

3y = 12+12

3y = 24

y = 24/3

y = 8

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