Question

solve the equation \\(\frac{7}{y} = \frac{8}{y - 2}\\) where y is not equal to 0 or 2

Explanation:

Step1: Cross-multiply to eliminate fractions

$7(y-2) = 8y$

Step2: Expand left-hand side

$7y - 14 = 8y$

Step3: Isolate variable $y$

$7y - 8y = 14$
$ -y = 14$
$y = -14$

Answer:

$y = -14$