Question

I cant figure out exactly how to do this multi step equation please help thank you

2a/3+8/9=4

Answer 1

2a/3+8/9=4

First get rid of the fractions by multiplying by the LCD of 3 and 9 which is 9:-

(2a * 9) /3 + (8*9)/9 = 4*9

6a + 8 = 36

6a = 28

a = 28/6 = 14/3 (answer)