Question

solve the equation and check your solution.
$-\frac{3}{8} + x = \frac{5}{8}$
$x = \square$

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate $x$ by adding $\frac{3}{8}$

$-\frac{3}{8} + x + \frac{3}{8} = \frac{5}{8} + \frac{3}{8}$

Step2: Simplify both sides

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

Step3: Check solution in original equation

$-\frac{3}{8} + 1 = \frac{5}{8}$
$\frac{5}{8} = \frac{5}{8}$

Answer:

$1$