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1/4x-3=2
how would i solve this equation

User Dsh
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Answer:

x = 20

Explanation:

Given :

1/4x - 3 = 2

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Add 3 to each side :

⇒ 1/4x - 3 + 3 = 2 + 3

⇒ 1/4x = 5

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Multiply by 4 on each side :

⇒ 4 × 1/4x = 5 × 4

x = 20

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