What is the solution to the proportion? 3y−8/12 = y/5
To solve this proportion, we first cross multiply:
5(3y - 8) = 12y
15y - 40 = 12y
Now, we isolate the variable y:
15y - 12y = 40
3y = 40
y = 40/3
y = 13.33
Therefore, the solution to the proportion is y = 13.33.