Question

Which is the solution to the equation 0.5 x + 4.2 = 5.9? Round to the nearest tenth if necessary.

0.9
3.4
5.1
20.2

Answer 1

3.4 Because if you do 0.5x3.4+4.2 you get 5.9

Answer 2

3.4

Explanation:

3.4 multiplied by half is 1.7 and 1.7 + 4.2 = 5.9