Describe two different ways to solve (PLEASE solve IMMEDIATELY)

Question

-10= 1/4 (8y-12)

Answer 1

Given, -10= 1/4 (8y-12)

 

1) Distribute the right side,

-10= 1/4 (8y-12)

     = 2y- 3

Add 3 on both sides,

-7=  2y

Divide by 2 on both sides,

 -7/2 = y, or y= -7/2 = -3 1/2

 

2) Multiply by 4 on both sides,

-40=  8y-12

Add 12 on both sides,

-28= 8y

Divide by 8 on both sides,

-28/8 =y, or y= -28/8 = -7/2 = -3 1/2