SOLUTION: x/6 - x/8 = 1

Question 112942: x/6 - x/8 = 1
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 24. 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

Combine like terms on the left side

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Answer:
So our answer is

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