5y-y=68

To solve the equation \(5y - y = 68\), first simplify the left side:

\[ 5y - y = 4y \]

Now, the equation becomes:

\[ 4y = 68 \]

Next, divide both sides by 4 to solve for \(y\):

\[ y = \frac{68}{4} = 17 \]

So, the solution is:

\[ y = 17 \]