SOLUTION: solve please. x/3 - 1/4 = (3x-8)/12

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Question 119833: solve please. x/3 - 1/4 = (3x-8)/12
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Start with the given equation



Multiply both sides by the LCM of 12. This will eliminate the fractions (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this solver)



Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side



Distribute


Add 3 to both sides


Subtract 3x from both sides


Combine like terms on the left side


Combine like terms on the right side

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Answer:
So our answer is


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