The solution of the equation 7y $-$ 8 = 2y is

Given: 7y $-$ 8 = 2y

To solve: We have to find the value of 'y' from the equation 7y $-$ 8 = 2y

Solution: 

Now,

7y $-$ 8 = 2y

7y $-$ 2y = 8

5y = 8

y = $\mathbf{\frac{8}{5}}$

So, the solution is $\mathbf{\frac{8}{5}}$.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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