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What is 3 3/4 x = 1 1/4

User Ipengineer
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Answer:


(1)/(3)

Explanation:

1. Convert both mixed numbers into improper fractions:


(15)/(4) x = (5)/(4)

2. Multiply both sides by 4:

4 ·
(15)/(4) x=(5)/(4) · 4

15x = 5

3. Isolate x:

x = 1/3

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