SOLUTION: Can you please help me solve this problem x/4-3x/2=-1/2

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Question 392926: Can you please help me solve this problem
x/4-3x/2=-1/2

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 LCD to clear any fractions.


Distribute and multiply.


Combine like terms on the left side.


Divide both sides by to isolate .


Reduce.


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Answer:

So the solution is



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