Answer:
I don't think you gave the options, but I can simplify and solve it.
1/2(4 + 8x) = 17
2 + 4x = 17
If you want it simplified: 2 + 4x = 17
Subtract 2 from each side:
2 - 2 + 4x = 17 - 2
4x = 17 - 2
4x = 15
Divide each side by 4:
4x ÷ 4 = 15 ÷ 4
x = 3 and 3/4
If you want to solve for x: x = 3 and 3/4