Question

What is the value of s in the equation below? S + 1 1/2 = 10 1/2

Answer 1

s=9

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

s+3/2=21/2

Step 2: Subtract 3/2 from both sides.

s+3/2−3/2=21/2−3/2

s=9

Answer 2

S=9

Explanation:

10
`(1)/(2)` - 1
`(1)/(2)` = 9