Answer:
[tex]y = 11[/tex]
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Add 5 to both sides
[tex]-3y - 5 + 5 = -38 + 5[/tex]
[tex]-3y = -33[/tex]
Step 2: Divide both sides by -3
[tex]-3y / -3 = -33 / -3[/tex]
Answer: [tex]y = 11[/tex]
