Question

How do you solve n+2 3/4 = 8 5/6

Answer 1

n =
`(73)/(12)` = 6
`(1)/(12)`

Explanation:

Given

n + 2
`(3)/(4)` = 8
`(5)/(6)`

Change the mixed numbers intp improper fractions

n +
`(11)/(4)` =
`(53)/(6)`

Multiply through by 12 to clear the fractions

12n + 33 = 106 ( subtract 33 from both sides )

12n = 73 ( divide both sides by 12 )

n =
`(73)/(12)` = 6
`(1)/(12)`