Explain how to solve the equation and how to check the solution.
40 = 8y

y=5

Step-by-step explanation:

8 x 5 = 40.

You can check the solution by doing this. 40 divided by 5 = ? 8.

y = 5

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve simply divide both sides by 8 to isolate y.

To check whether the solution is accurate or not, simply replace the variable by the value that you found.

Since both sides are equal to each other, y=5 is true.