SOLUTION: x/2 + 1/4 = 5/8

Question 545810: x/2 + 1/4 = 5/8
Answer by neatmath(302) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

The easiest way to solve this equation,

is to multiply the entire equation by the least common denominator.

In this case it is 8:

given

multiplied both sides by 8

simplified

subtracted 2 from both sides

answer

You could also use the least common denominator to combine all the fractions, but it takes a LOT more time.

It's good to know both ways to do it though.

I hope this helps! :)

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