Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation 2y - 3 = 12y + 27. What is the solution set?

Solution

The equation displayed in the image is:

2y3=12y+272y - 3 = 12y + 27

Let's solve this equation step by step.

Step 1: Simplify both sides

First, subtract 12y12y from both sides to bring all terms involving yy to the left side:

2y12y3=272y - 12y - 3 = 27

This simplifies to:

10y3=27-10y - 3 = 27

Step 2: Isolate the variable yy

Next, add 3 to both sides:

10y=30-10y = 30

Step 3: Solve for yy

Divide both sides by 10-10:

y=3010=3y = \frac{30}{-10} = -3

Step 4: Verify the solution

Substitute y=3y = -3 into the original equation to check if it holds true:

2(3)3=12(3)+272(-3) - 3 = 12(-3) + 27

Simplifying both sides:

63=36+27-6 - 3 = -36 + 27

9=9-9 = -9

Since both sides are equal, the solution is correct.

Conclusion:

The solution set is {3}\{-3\}, which corresponds to option A.

Would you like further clarification or details on any of these steps?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How would the solution change if the equation was 2y3=12y272y - 3 = 12y - 27?
  2. What is the solution if the right-hand side of the equation includes a constant term of 0?
  3. How do you solve an equation where the variable appears on both sides with fractions?
  4. How does one verify a solution in more complex equations?
  5. How would the equation behave if the coefficients were non-integer values?

Tip: Always check your solution by substituting it back into the original equation to ensure accuracy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Algebra

Formulas

Standard form of a linear equation: ax + by = c

Theorems

Properties of equality in algebra

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8