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What is the solution to the equation x - 5 1/2 = 7 1/2

User Rachelderp
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Answer:

  • x = 13

Explanation:

To solve this, we will add 5 1/2 both sides to isolate the value of x. Then, we will simplify and obtain our answer.

  • x - 5 1/2 = 7 1/2
  • => x - 11/2 = 15/2
  • => x = 15/2 + 11/2
  • => x = 26/2
  • => x = 13

Hence, the solution to the equation is 13.

User Stefan Norberg
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Answer:

x=61

Explanation:

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