SOLUTION: how do i solve (x-1)/2=(x+1)/4

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Question 604806: how do i solve (x-1)/2=(x+1)/4
Answer by alicealc(293) About Me  (Show Source):
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4x - 4 = 2x + 2
4x - 2x = 2 + 4
2x = 6
x = 6/2 = 3