Let's say y is in A1. In B1: =3*A1. In C1: =A1+1
In D1: =B1-C1
Select D1. ToolsGoal seek. Set cell should be D1,
in To Value enter 0, By Changing cell : A1

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Kind regards,

Niek Otten

"danepak86" wrote
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is it possible for excel to solve an equation e.g. 3y=y+1 to find y?? if
so how is it done? we would greatly appreciate any help!!!

Many Thanks


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