Question 120400


{{{x/4+2/4=7/2}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(4)(x/4+2/4)=(4)(7/2)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 4. This will eliminate the fractions  (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this <a href=http://www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/divisibility/least-common-multiple.solver>solver</a>)




{{{x+2=14}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{x=14-2}}}Subtract 2 from both sides



{{{x=12}}} Combine like terms on the right side


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{x=12}}}