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Question 440166: i need to solve this equation for homework:
square root 3x+4 +3/2=3
i know that i have to bring over 3/2 but then im not sure of what to do after that. if you could help that would be great
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi

If I am understanding Your Question properly:

  sqrt%283x%2B4%29+%2B+3%2F2+=+3+

  sqrt%283x%2B4%29+=+3%2F2+   | 3 - 3/2 = 3/2

          3x+ 4 = 9/4

          3x = 9/4 - 16/4

          3x = -7/4

           x = -7/12

CHECKING our Answer***

  sqrt%28-7%2F4+%2B4%29+=+3%2F2

  sqrt%289%2F4%29+=+3%2F2