Question

Solve for x: (x + 50) over 2 = 13x

A x = 2
B x = 5
C x = 9
D x = 13

Answer 1

Answer: A

Explanation:

this would be equal to (x+50)/2 = 13x

so x/2 + 25 = 13x

combine like terms

25 = 25x/2

x = 2

Answer 2

A

Explanation:

Given

`(x+50)/(2)` = 13x

Multiply both sides by 2 to clear the fraction on the left side

x + 50 = 26x ( subtract x from both sides )

50 = 25x ( divide both sides by 25 )

2 = x ⇒ x = 2 → A