Question

solve the inequality for y.
4y - 17 ≥ 19
simplify your answer as much as possible.

Explanation:

Step1: Add 17 to both sides

$4y - 17 + 17 \geq 19 + 17$
$4y \geq 36$

Step2: Divide by 4 on both sides

$\frac{4y}{4} \geq \frac{36}{4}$
$y \geq 9$

Answer:

$y \geq 9$