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what is the soloution to the proportion 3y-8/12=y/5 explain in 3 sentences or less
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To solve the proportion 3y-8/12 = y/5, cross multiply to eliminate the fractions: 5(3y-8) = 12y. Simplify the equation to get 15y-40 = 12y. Combine like terms and isolate the variable to find the value of y.
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