Fraction Equations: Solve backwards.

Solve fraction equations with variables

EX 1: 1/4 + x = 3/4
Solve backwards
3/4 - 1/4 = 2/4
Reduce all answers to lowest terms
2/4 = 1/2

EX 2: x - 2/3 = 1/3
Solve backwards
1/3 + 2/3 = 3/3
Change improper to mixed
3/3 = 1

EX 3: 3/5 - x = 1/5
Solve by subtracting
3/5 - 1/5 = 2/5





Mrs. D.

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