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First we add the fraction on the left hand side, then we multiply both sides by the denominator to get rid of the fraction and finally we solve for y. You can obtain an explanation for any step by clicking on it:

Another way to solve is, first multiply both sides of the equation by '8' to get rid of the fraction and then solve for 'y':

Divide both sides by '5' and you will get the solution:

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