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Complete the process of solving the equation.

Fill in all missing terms and select all missing descriptions. Simplify any fractions.
5y + 17 + 16y = 17
217 + 17 = 17
21y = 0
y =
Divide both sides by 21

Complete the process of solving the equation. Fill in all missing terms and select-example-1
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add numbers with common factors (the 5y and the 16y), subtract 17 from both sides
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