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Solve each equation, if possible. Note how many solutions there are. If there are 1 or 2 solutions, put thesolutions in the answer box below, otherwise leave it blank.5(y – 2) - 4(4y + 2) = 1 - 12yHow many solutions are there?One SolutionInfinite Solutions (All Real Numbers)Two SolutionsNo SolutionWhat are the solutions?

Solve each equation, if possible. Note how many solutions there are. If there are-example-1
User Prune
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we have the equation

5(y-2)-4(4y+2)=1-12y

solve for y

5y-10-16y-8=1-12y

combine like terms

-11y-18=1-12y

12y-11y=1+18

y=19

therefore

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