What is 8 (y-5) = 6y-18

y = 11

Explanation:

8 (y - 5) = 6y - 18

Simplify both sides of the equation

8 (y - 5) = 6y - 18

(8) (y) + (8) (-5) = 6y + - 18 (Distribute)

8y + - 40 = 6y + - 18

8y - 40 = 6y - 18

Subtract 6y from both sides

8y - 40 - 6y = 6y - 18 - 6y

2y - 40 = - 18

Add 40 to both sides

2y - 40 + 40 = - 18 + 40

2y = 22

Step 4: Divide both sides by 2

2y / 2 = 22 / 2

y = 11