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Solve for y: 8 = x-y

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Answer:

The correct answer is:

y= x-8

Explanation:

We have the equation: 8 = x-y

By clearing the equation for y (subtracting x both sides of equation) we have:

8 - x = -y (1)

Multiplying (1) by -1

-8+x = y (2)

Re-arranging (2), finally we have:

y= x-8

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