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What is the value of m in the equation 1/2m -3/4n=16,when n=8?

A:20
B:32
C:44
D:48

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Answer: C. 44

Step-by-step explanation:

1/2m - 3/4n = 16
1/2m - 3(8)/4 = 16
1/2m - 24/4 = 16
1/2m - 6 = 16
1/2m = 16 + 6
m/2 = 22
m = 44

Check:

(44)/2 - 3(8)/4 = 16
22 - 6 = 16
16 = 16

Therefore, m = 44 is correct.
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