Answer: x = 3/2 (fraction form) OR 1.5 (decimal form)
Explanation:
4x + 17 = 23
STEP 1: SOLVE the equation just like you would a normal algebra equation. To start, subtract 17 from both sides of the equation. The 17 on the left side will cancel out, and the 23 on the right side of the equation should now equal 6.
4x = 6
STEP 2: DIVIDE 4 from both sides of the equation to isolate the variable and get x by itself. Dividing the 4 by 4x cancels out the 4 leaving you with x, and the 6 on the right side should now equal six-fourths (6/4).
x = 6/4
STEP 3: We're not done yet though because now we need to simplify 6/4. If you divide the numerator and the denominator by 2, 6/4 is now simplified down to three-thirds (3/2). And 3/2 in decimal form in 1.5. Depending on how the problem wants your answer will decide what form of the answer you will have to use.
x = 3/2 OR x = 1.5