Solve for y.5y2−38y=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas.y= ____
Q. Solve for y.5y2−38y=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas.y= ____
Factor GCF: Factor out the greatest common factor (GCF).The GCF of 5y2 and 38y is y.Factor out y from each term in the equation 5y2−38y=0.y(5y−38)=0
Apply Zero-Product Property: Apply the zero-product property.For the product of factors to be zero, at least one of the factors must be zero.Therefore, we set each factor equal to zero and solve for y.y=05y−38=0
Solve for y: Solve for y when 5y−38=0. Add 38 to both sides of the equation to isolate the term with y. 5y−38+38=0+385y=38 Divide both sides by 5 to solve for y. y=38/5y=7.6 Since the question asks for an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction, we leave the answer as a fraction. y=38/5
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