Solve the equation. 3/8= r + 2/3 R= ?

Michael Bissell asked Jun 16, 2023

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Solve the equation.
3/8= r + 2/3

R= ?

Michael Bissell asked Jun 16, 2023

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Answer:

$\displaystyle r=-(7)/(24)$

Explanation:

To solve, we will isolate the variable r.

Given:

3/8 = r + 2/3

Subtract 2/3 from both sides of the equation:

-7/24 = r

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