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OpenStudy (anonymous):

What is the solution to the proportion?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Please show the steps taken to get to the answer.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

cross multiply (3y-8) x (5) - (12) x (y) 15y - 40 - 12y = 0 collect like terms 3y - 40 = 0 3y = 40 y = 40/3

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I found an easier way to remember how to cross multiply for you. (3y - 8) x (5) = (12) x (y)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Oh wow, thank you so, so, so much for helping!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

it's okay, glad I could help :)

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