I've been stuck on this problem for a long time. How do you do this problem? What's the answer?

Solve for x: 3/4 x + 5/8 = 4x
x =_____ Write your answer as a fraction in simplest form. Use the "/" symbol for the fraction bar. (2 points)

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I've been stuck on this problem for a long time. How do you do this problem? What's the answer?

Solve for x: 3/4 x + 5/8  = 4x
x =_____ Write your answer as a fraction in simplest form. Use the "/" symbol for the fraction bar. (2 points)

misty1212 · Answer

HI!!

misty1212 · Answer

$$\frac{3}{4}x+\frac{5}{8}=4x$$?

misty1212 · Answer

easiest thing to do is multiply both sides by 8 to get rid of annoying fractions and start with 
$$6x+5=16x$$ solve that one in two steps

anonymous · Answer

what's the final answer though?

misty1212 · Answer

idk i didn't do it
i am sure  you can solve $$6x+5=16x$$

anonymous · Answer

is the answer x= 1/2