SOLUTION: How do i solve, I know the answer is 8 but i dont know how to get it. 1/2+2/x=3/4

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Question 831008: How do i solve, I know the answer is 8 but i dont know how to get it.
1/2+2/x=3/4
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
1/2+2/x=3/4
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When you have denominators in an equation, get rid of them.
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Multiply thru by 4x to get:
2x + 8 = 3x
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x = 8
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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