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Clear the fractions and solve: $\frac{x + 2}{3} + \frac{x - 3}{4} = \frac{13}{12}$ .

Class 8Reducing to Simpler FormLinear Equations

A2
B4
C3
D1

Step-by-Step Solution

Multiply by 12:

4 (x + 2) + 3 (x - 3) = 13

, so

4 x + 8 + 3 x - 9 = 13

, giving

7 x - 1 = 13, 7 x = 14, x = 2

.

Answer: A) 2

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