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How do i solve x=a+b/2 solve for a

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Answer:

a = x - b/2

Explanation:

x = a + b/2

-a

x - a = b/2

-x

-a = -x + b/2

-1(-a) = -1(-x + b/2)

a = x- b/2

User Angel Kjos
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The answer for the whole thing is Let's solve for a.
x
=
a
+
b
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Step 1: Flip the equation.
a
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2
b
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x
Step 2: Add (-1)/2b to both sides.
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1
2
b
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1
2
b
=
x
+

1
2
b
a
=

1
2
b
+
x
Answer:
a
=

1
2
b
+
x

I just wanted to give you a little more help on your question
User Anuj Rana
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