Solve for x: 3 over 4 x + 5 over 8 = 4x. . x = __________________ Write your answer as a fraction in simplest form. Use the \"/\" symbol for the fraction bar
The given equation is:
\(\frac{3}{4}x + \frac{5}{8} = 4x\)
We are then asked to find x.
First step:
subtract (3/4)x on both sides.
\(\frac{5}{8} = 4x -\frac{3}{4}x\)
\(\frac{5}{8} = 3.25x\)
Then divide 3.25 to both sides of the equation:
\(\frac{5/8}{3.25} = x\)
x = 5/26