SOLUTION: Solve for x. 1/4x+1/3=1/3x-2/3. I am studying for my final and I can't seem to figure this out. I got 3 for the answer, but my answer sheet sayes 12. Thanks

SOLUTION: Solve for x. 1/4x+1/3=1/3x-2/3. I am studying for my final and I can't seem to figure this out. I got 3 for the answer, but my answer sheet sayes 12. Thanks

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Question 79580: Solve for x. 1/4x+1/3=1/3x-2/3. I am studying for my final and I can't seem to figure this out. I got 3 for the answer, but my answer sheet sayes 12. Thanks
Answer by Earlsdon(6294) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve for x:
First, multiply through by 12 (the LCD) to clear the fractions.
Simplify.
Subtract 3x from both sides.
Add 8 to both sides.
Your answer sheet is correct.
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