Question

Solve for x. Enter your answer below as a fraction in lowest terms, using the

slash (/) as the fraction bar.
x + 9/20 = 9/16

Answer 1

x =
`(9)/(80)`

Explanation:

Given

x +
`(9)/(20)` =
`(9)/(16)`

Multiply through by 80 ( the LCM of 20 and 16 ) to clear the fractions

80x + 36 = 45 ( subtract 36 from both sides )

80x = 9 ( divide both sides by 80 )

x =
`(9)/(80)`