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  • 09-08-2019
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What is the value of x in the equation 1/2x-3/4=3/8-5/8x?

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mathstudent55
mathstudent55 mathstudent55
  • 09-08-2019

Answer:

x = 1

Step-by-step explanation:

1/2x - 3/4 = 3/8 - 5/8x

The LCD is 8. Lets change every fraction to a denominator of 8.

4/8x - 6/8 = 3/8 - 5/8x

Now multiply both sides by 8.

4x - 6 = 3 - 5x

Add 5x to both sides. Add 6 to both sides.

9x = 9

Divide both sides by 9.

x = 1

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