Question 117569


{{{x/8+12=12}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(8)(1x/8+12)=(8)(12)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 8. 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>)




{{{x+96=96}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{x=96-96}}}Subtract 96 from both sides



{{{x=0}}} Combine like terms on the right side


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{x=0}}}