Question

Preston began solving the following equation. His work so far is shown. What should Preston do next?

k divided by four plus one-eighth equals seven-eighths; one-eighth is subtracted from both sides of the equation; k divided by four equals six-eighths

Multiply both sides of the equation by 4.

Divide both sides of the equation by 4.

Multiply both sides of the equation by 6.

Add six-eighths to both sides of the equation.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

k/4 + 1/8 = 7/8 -- subtract 1/8
k/4 = 7/8 - 1/8 -- combine like terms
k/4 = 6/8 -- MULTIPLY BOTH SIDES BY 4
k = 6/8(4)
k = 24/8
k = 3