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"x = 32

To isolate x, always do the opposite of the number next to it. x/4 = 8
The opposite of ""/4"" is ""× 4,"" so we × 4 on both sides
x/4 = 8
x/4 × 4 = 8 × 4
x = 32" How do you solve an equation like x/4 = 8

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Answer:

do the opposite

Explanation:

multiply 8 times 4(instead of dividing)

x= 32

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