Question

Solve for x. Enter your answer below as an improper fraction in lowest terms,

using the slash (7) as the fraction bar.
X- 2 1/4 = 1/18

Answer 1

x =
`(83)/(36)`

Explanation:

Given

x - 2
`(1)/(4)` =
`(1)/(18)` ( change mixed number to improper fraction )

x -
`(9)/(4)` =
`(1)/(18)`

Multiply through by 36 ( the LCM of 4 and 18 ) to clear the fractions

36x - 81 = 2 ( add 81 to both sides )

36x = 83 ( divide both sides by 36 )

x =
`(83)/(36)`