SOLUTION: I am trying to solve this inequality. 3(1-2x)/4 - (1/2)x is less than 1. I dont know what to do with the equation because of the 2 fractions.

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Question 147237: I am trying to solve this inequality. 3(1-2x)/4 - (1/2)x is less than 1. I dont know what to do with the equation because of the 2 fractions.
Answer by nerdybill(7384)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3(1-2x)/4 - (1/2)x < 1
multiply both sides by a common denominator (say 4):
3(1-2x) - 2x < 4
3 -6x - 2x < 4
3 -8x < 4
-8x < 1
x > -1/8


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