SOLUTION: How do I solve this problem? I am confused and not sure. The instructions just say "solve the equation". 1/x + 1/6 = 1/4 thanks.

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Question 241680: How do I solve this problem? I am confused and not sure. The instructions just say "solve the equation".
1/x + 1/6 = 1/4
thanks.
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
1/x+1/6=1/4
1/x+2/12=3/12
1/x=3/12-2/12
1/x=1/12
cross multiply
x=12