SOLUTION: How would I solve this: 10x-1/4=9x+3/8

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Question 122605: How would I solve this:
10x-1/4=9x+3/8

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 8. 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



Add 2 to both sides


Subtract 72x from both sides


Combine like terms on the left side


Combine like terms on the right side


Divide both sides by 8 to isolate x



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Answer:
So our answer is (which is approximately in decimal form)

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