Question 112942


{{{x/6-x/8=1}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(24)(x/6-x/8)=(24)(1)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 24. 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>)




{{{4x-3x=24}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{x=24}}} Combine like terms on the left side


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{x=24}}}