SOLUTION: hi i am a 45 y/o and just starting back to school...we are working with linear equations and i would appreciate a little assistance in getting this "equation" simplified (1/4)(2

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Question 6750: hi i am a 45 y/o and just starting back to school...we are working with linear equations and i would appreciate a little assistance in getting this "equation" simplified
(1/4)(20-C)=3
i am thinking that 1/4 needs to be simplified to .25 but i am really stuck and feel like a boost is needed so i dont pick up any bad habits...thanx dave

Answer by nidz(2) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
%281%2F4%29%2820-C%29=3
20-C=3%284%2F1%29
20-C=12
C=20-12
C=8