To solve the equation \( h + \frac{8}{4} = 3 \), start by simplifying the fraction:
\[ \frac{8}{4} = 2 \]
Now the equation becomes:
\[ h + 2 = 3 \]
Next, subtract 2 from both sides to isolate \( h \):
\[ h = 3 - 2 \]
Thus,
\[ h = 1 \]
The solution is \( h = 1 \).