Question

Solve 3x-4=9
give your answer as a mixed number

Answer 1

4 and 1/3

Explanation:

Move -4 to the # side of the equation and change the symbol:

3x=9+4

Solve:

3x=13

x=13/3

x=4 and 1/3

Answer 2

x= 4 1/3

Explanation:

3x-4=9

3x=13

x=13/3 = 4 1/3