Math Problem Statement

6y−3x=−12

Solution

The given equation is:

6y3x=126y - 3x = -12

Let's solve for yy in terms of xx.

Step 1: Isolate the term with yy

To do this, move 3x-3x to the right side of the equation:

6y=3x126y = 3x - 12

Step 2: Solve for yy

Now, divide everything by 6 to solve for yy:

y=3x126y = \frac{3x - 12}{6}

Step 3: Simplify

We can simplify the fraction:

y=3x6126y = \frac{3x}{6} - \frac{12}{6}

This simplifies to:

y=x22y = \frac{x}{2} - 2

So the equation in slope-intercept form is:

y=x22y = \frac{x}{2} - 2

This is the final equation for yy in terms of xx.


Do you want further details, or do you have any questions?

Here are some related questions to explore:

  1. What is the slope of the line y=x22y = \frac{x}{2} - 2?
  2. How would the graph of this equation look like?
  3. What is the yy-intercept of the line?
  4. How would you solve for xx if y=4y = 4?
  5. Can you rewrite the equation in standard form?

Tip: To graph a linear equation, start by identifying the slope and the yy-intercept.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

Slope-Intercept form y = mx + b
Basic algebraic manipulation

Theorems

None

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9