Math Problem Statement
Solve the equation: y + 8 = -11
Solution
The problem shown in the image is:
To solve for , follow these steps:
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Isolate by subtracting 8 from both sides of the equation:
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Simplify both sides:
So, the solution is:
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Here are some related questions to consider:
- What would change in the solution if the equation were instead?
- How would you solve the equation if it were instead?
- How can we check if our solution is correct?
- How does the solution process differ if the unknown variable is on both sides of the equation?
- Can you solve similar equations with different numbers?
Tip: When solving linear equations, always aim to isolate the variable by performing inverse operations.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Formulas
To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations.
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8