SOLUTION: Hello, I have a question on solving linear equations. My answer is 4. I would to see if my answer is correct. 1/2(x+2) + 3/4(x + 4) = x + 5 Please let me know what you get.

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Question 466857: Hello,
I have a question on solving linear equations. My answer is 4. I would to see if my answer is correct.
1/2(x+2) + 3/4(x + 4) = x + 5
Please let me know what you get.
Thank you

Found 2 solutions by stanbon, ccs2011:
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x = 4 is correct.
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You can check your "answer" by substituting
your "answer" for the variable to see if you
get a true statement.
Cheers,
Stan H.

Answer by ccs2011(207) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Correct, I got 4 as well.
Always check your answers to determine if it is correct.
%281%2F2%29%284%2B2%29+%2B+%283%2F4%29%284%2B4%29+=+4%2B5
3+%2B+6+=+9
9+=+9
True statement, therefore x=4 is correct solution