Question

Rewrite the equation below so that it does not have fractions:

3/4x - 2 = 5/12

Do not use decimals in your answer.

Answer 1

Equation =
`(3)/(4)` x - 2 =
`(5)/(12)`

First:
`(3)/(4)` x =
`(5)/(12)` + 2

Then:
`(3)/(4)` x =
`(29)/(12)`

Answer: x =
`(29)/(9)` —> 9x = 29

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