Question

Find the value of 3x/2 - 7 if x =8​

Answer 1

( ( 3(8) ) /2 ) - 7 = 5

Explanation:

Eliminate the denominator by reducing the fraction by 2

3(4) - 7

Solve:

12 - 7

= 5

Answer 2

5

Explanation:

Given

`(3x)/(2)` - 7

To evaluate substitute x = 8 into the expression

`(3(8))/(2)` - 7 =
`(24)/(2)` - 7 = 12 - 7 = 5