784-(980-2y)=16

Solve the equation: 784 - (980 - 2y) = 16

• Distribute the minus sign: 784 - 980 + 2y = 16
• Combine constants: -196 + 2y = 16
• Add 196 to both sides: 2y = 212
• Divide by 2: y = 106

Check: 784 - (980 - 2×106) = 784 - (980 - 212) = 784 - 768 = 16 ✓

Answer: y = 106