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Solve the equation: (1/2)(b - 3) = (5/2)

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Answer:

b = 8

Explanation:

Given


(1)/(2) (b - 3) =
(5)/(2)

Multiply both sides by 2 to clear the fractions

b - 3 = 5 ( add 3 to both sides )

b = 8

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