Question

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

O 0.9
3.4
5.1
20.2

Answer 1

3.4

Explanation:

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Answer 2

x = 3.4

Explanation:

First start by subtracting 4.2 from both sides and getting .5x = 1.7. Now divide by .5 on both sides. Dividing by .5 is really the same as multiplying by 2, so you get x = 3.4.