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4(m + 3) = 18

write the solution to the equation ​

User Mcbjam
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Answer:


4(m + 3) = 18 \\ 2(m + 3) = 9 \\ 2m + 6 = 9 \\ 2m = 3 \\ m = (3)/(2) \\ m = 1.5

User Coffee Boat
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Answer:

1.5

Explanation:

Let's begin by dividing each side by 4.

You get 18/4 or 4.5.

m+3=4.5

Now subtract 3 to each side.

m=1.5

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