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Solve the equation for x, explain how you found the solution. pls help me

2x + ½= 8

User AllisonC
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Move all terms not containing x
to the right side of the equation.

2x=15/2

Divide each term by 2
and simplify.

x=15/4

Exact Form: x=15/4

Decimal Form: x=3.75

Mixed Number Form: x= 3 3/4 good luck:)
User Adam Florin
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