Question

Find the unknown number 5/12+()=1/2

Answer 1

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Answer: 1/12

Discussion:

We solve 5/12 + x = 1/2 for x. Begin by subtracting 5/12 from each side

5/12 - 5/12 + x = 1/2 - 5/12

0 +x = 6/12 - 5/12 (as 1/2 = 6/12)

So x = 1/12

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