SOLUTION: how to i solve for : 1/3y + 1/4 = 5/12 I dont really understand how to solve for a two step equation while haveing fractions.. can u please show me two ways to do this problem so

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Question 345180: how to i solve for : 1/3y + 1/4 = 5/12
I dont really understand how to solve for a two step equation while haveing fractions.. can u please show me two ways to do this problem so mabey ill understand better thank you soo much!
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
%281%2F3%29y+%2B+1%2F4+=+5%2F12
Multiply by 12 to eliminate fractions.
4y%2B3=5
Now take it from there and solve for y