Question 118772


{{{(1/16)x+1/4=1/2}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(16)((1/16)x+1/4)=(16)(1/2)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 16. 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+4=8}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{x=8-4}}}Subtract 4 from both sides



{{{x=4}}} Combine like terms on the right side


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Answer:

So our answer is {{{x=4}}}