Equations with Mixed Numbers/Improper Fractions
Equations containing mixed number(s) and/or improper fraction(s) of the following format:
(1st Mixed Number or Improper Fraction) (variable) = 2nd Mixed Number or Improper Fraction,
where variable is the solution to be determined, may be solved using the following steps:
1) Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions, if applicable
2) Multiply both sides by reciprocal of 1st mixed number or improper fraction to isolate the variable k
3) Ensure corresponding result for k is expressed in simplest form
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