Let's solve for x --
Isn't it always a little easier to solve a math problem with starting by rewriting the equation?
3/8x + 15/2 = 8
Step 1) Subtract 15/2 from both sides
3/8x + 15/2 - 15/2 = 8 - 15/2
3/8x = 1/2
Step 2) Multiply both sides by 8/3
(8/3) × (3/8x) = (8/3) × (1/2)
x = 4/3
FINAL ANSWER -
x = 4/3
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