what is x in 1/32 + x = 1/8

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To solve for x in the equation 1/32 + x = 1/8, we need to first find a common denominator for the fractions on the left side of the equation.

Since 32 is a multiple of 8, we can rewrite 1/32 as 1/8 * 4. Therefore, the equation can be rewritten as:

1/8 * 4 + x = 1/8

Now, we combine the fractions:

4/8 + x = 1/8

Simplify the fractions:

1/2 + x = 1/8

Subtract 1/2 from both sides:

x = 1/8 - 1/2
x = 1/8 - 4/8
x = -3/8

Therefore, x is equal to -3/8.