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What is the solution to 4 (1/2x + 7) =12

User Rob Ruchte
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Answer:

1/2x + 7=12/4=3

1/2x = 3-7=-4

x=-4/0.5

x=-8

User Timchang Wuyep
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Answer:

-8

Explanation:

Solve the brackets first

4/2x+28=12

then group the like terms

2x=12-28

2x/2=-16/2

x= -8

i hope this helps

User Alex Sexton
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