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2+(3)/(4)x=(5)/(12)

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Answer:

x = -19/4

Explanation:

Given the equation 2+3/4x = 5/12. We are to find the value of x

2+3/4x = 5/12.

3/4 x = 5/12 - 2

3/4 x = (5-24)/12

3/4 x = -19/12

Cross multiply

3x * 12 = -19 * 4

36x = -76

x = -76/36

x = -19/4

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