Therefore, the solution to the equation 3+4y=0 is y = -3/4.

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The discussion revolves around solving a simple linear equation, specifically the equation -3 + 4y = 0. Participants are exploring the steps involved in isolating the variable y.

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  • Exploratory, Problem interpretation, Assumption checking

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  • Participants are questioning the initial steps to solve the equation, with some attempting to isolate y and others verifying the correctness of their solutions. There is also a discussion about the equivalence of different forms of the equation.

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The discussion includes various interpretations of the equation and attempts to clarify the correct solution. Some participants provide guidance on checking answers by substituting back into the original equation, while others express confusion regarding the manipulation of terms.

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There appears to be some misunderstanding regarding the manipulation of the equation, particularly in the transition from -3 + 4y = 0 to the subsequent forms. Participants are navigating through these assumptions without reaching a consensus.

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how i solve this ...

hey how i solve this a simple equation :wink:

-3+4y=0
 
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Did you attempt to do this problem? What would be the first thing you do?
 


y= 3/4

is it true?
 


Yep! :) You can check this answer by plugging it in back to the equation.
 


Following is the true solution

-3+4y=0

4y= -3

y = 3/4
 


Cadman said:
Following is the true solution

-3+4y=0

4y= -3

y = 3/4

4y= 3 actually.
 


Cadman said:
Following is the true solution

-3+4y=0

4y= -3

y = 3/4

rustynail said:
4y= 3 actually.
Both equations are equivalent. If the goal is to solve for y, the equation y = 3/4 is the preferred one.
 


Cadman said:
Following is the true solution

-3+4y=0

4y= -3
No, adding 3 to both sides gives 4y= 3, not 4y= -3.

y = 3/4
 

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