diff --git a/doc/install/installation.md b/doc/install/installation.md
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@@ -86,7 +86,7 @@ Then select 'Internet Site' and press enter to confirm the hostname.
 
 Remove the old Ruby 1.8 if present
 
-    sudo apt-get remove -y ruby1.8
+    sudo apt-get remove ruby1.8
 
 Download Ruby and compile it: