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To solve the equation , we need to find the missing number represented by "?".
We can solve this problem by using the following steps:
Therefore, the solution to the problem is .
\( \frac{1}{3}+\frac{1}{4}= \)
To isolate the unknown variable, you need to undo the multiplication. Since is multiplied by the unknown, you divide both sides by to cancel it out.
Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal. So becomes .
The reciprocal means flip the fraction! For , the reciprocal is . The top and bottom numbers switch places.
Yes! Always reduce fractions to their simplest form. Find the greatest common factor of the numerator and denominator, then divide both by it.
Substitute your answer back into the original equation. If , then is correct!
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