How do you solve a two step equation with a fraction that contains a variable

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How do you solve a two step equation with a fraction that contains a variable

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if this is what you have in mind

(1/2)x + 5 = 9
Then solving this is quite simple
1st subtract 5 from both sides
(1/2)x = 4
Now divide 1/2 by both sides
x = 8

Darren S answered May 30, 2018

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