Question

complete the process of solving the equation. fill in the missing term and select the missing description. simplify any fractions. 2(y + 1) = 2 y + 1 = 1 \boxed{} y = \boxed{} subtract 1 from both sides

Explanation:

Step1: Identify first operation

To get from $2(y + 1) = 2$ to $y + 1 = 1$, divide both sides by 2.
$\frac{2(y+1)}{2} = \frac{2}{2}$

Step2: Identify missing description

The step from $2(y + 1) = 2$ to $y + 1 = 1$ uses division by 2.
Missing description: Divide both sides by 2.

Step3: Solve for y via subtraction

Subtract 1 from both sides of $y + 1 = 1$.
$y + 1 - 1 = 1 - 1$

Answer:

Missing description: Divide both sides by 2
$y = 0$