Question

Find the value of x when 5 - x = 1 2 x + 4

A) -6
B) 2
C) 2/3
D) 3/2

Answer 1

5 = 3/2x + 4
(1) * 2 = (3/2x) * 2
2 = 3x
2/3 = x

Therefore your answer is C) 2/3

Answer 2

2/3 Option C

Explanation:

5 - x = 1/2x + 4

1 = 3/2 x

x = 1 / 3/2 = 2/3