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Question 8 of 17 in Algebra 4

Algebra 4

2 marks · Normal

Solve the equation 5y − 4 = 26.

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y = 6

Must show: Add 4 to both sides, Divide both sides by 5

Also accept: 6

Common mistakes: Sign error in rearranging

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Marking points

M1 · 1 mark · Adds 4 to both sides correctly: 5y = 30.

A1 · 1 mark · Divides both sides by 5 to obtain y = 6.

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Add 4 to both sides:

Divide both sides by 5:

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