Question

1/4x +4 = 1/2 solve with explanation

Answer 1

x = -14

Explanation:

Given the equation

1/4x +4 = 1/2

Solving for x

Subtract 4 from both sides

1/4x +4 - 4 = 1/2 - 4

1/4 x = (1-8)/2

1/4 x = -7/2

Cross multiply

2x = -7*4

2x = -28

x = -28/2

x = -14

Hence the value of x is -14