Question

solve for y.
6y + y = 7
simplify your answer as much as possible.
y =

Explanation:

Step1: Combine like - terms

$6y + y=(6 + 1)y=7y$
So the equation becomes $7y = 7$.

Step2: Solve for y

Divide both sides of the equation $7y = 7$ by 7. $\frac{7y}{7}=\frac{7}{7}$, so $y = 1$.

Answer:

$y = 1$