SOLUTION: X+4 /2 = 5 I can come up with the answer by looking at it, but do not know how to show the work.

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Question 213256: X+4 /2 = 5 I can come up with the answer by looking at it, but do not know how to show the work.

Answer by nerdybill(7384) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I believe your equation is:
(X+4)/2 = 5
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If not, please write back.
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(X+4)/2 = 5
Begin by multiplying both sides by 2:
X+4 = 10
Now, subtract 4 from both sides:
x = 6