The sum of two fractions is 1. If one of them is 3/8 greater than the other, what are the two fractions?

2 answers

Let x = first fraction

Let x + 3/8 = second fraction

Equation:

x + x + 3/8 = 1

2x + 3/8 = 1

Solve for x.

Make sure you list both fractions!
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