Solve the equation. y + 6 = - 3y + 26.

Solution:

Step1:

Separating the like terms on both sides and isolating the variable, we have

⇒ y + 3y = 26-6

Step2:

y + 3y = 20

4y = 20.

Step3:

4y = 20

⇒ y = 20 / 4

⇒ y = 5

The only value of y satisfying y + 6 = - 3y + 26 is 5.

Therefore, the solution for the given equation y + 6 = - 3y + 26 is y = 5.

Solve the equation. y + 6 = - 3y + 26.

Summary:

The only value of y satisfying y + 6 = - 3y + 26 is 5.

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