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Consider the equation 21= m +14 1/6 which which step will help to solve this equation

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Answer:

m = 41/6

Explanation:

  • 21 = m + 14 1/6

Convert everything into improper fractions with a denominator of 6.

  • 21 = m + 14 1/6
  • 126/6 = 6m/6 + 85/6
  • 126 = 6m + 85
  • 6m = 126 - 85
  • 6m = 41
  • m = 41/6
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