The value of y for which the expressions (y – 15) and (2y + 1) become equal is

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Philoid · Accepted Answer

It is given that both the expression is equal. So, the equation is,

⇒ y – 15 = 2y + 1

⇒ y – 2y = 1 + 15

⇒ –y = 16

Multiplying both sides by (–1), we get

y = –16