5 (y-6) = 3 (y-4)

whats the answer with steps

5 (y-6) = 3 (y-4)

5y - 30 = 3y - 12

2y - 30 = - 12

2y = 18

y = 9

5 (y - 6) = 3 (y - 4) : First, distribute on both sides.

5y - 30 = 3y - 12 : Then, add the 30 over to the 12.

+30 + 30

5y = 3y + 18 : Next, subtract the 3y over to the 5y.

-3y - 3y

(2y = 18) : 2 : Then, divide the whole equation by 2

Your final answer is:

y = 9