Question 121953


{{{x+5/2=6}}} Start with the given equation




{{{(2)(x+5/2)=(2)(6)}}} Multiply both sides by the LCM of 2. This will eliminate the fractions  (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this <a href=http://www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/divisibility/least-common-multiple.solver>solver</a>)




{{{2x+5=12}}} Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side




{{{2x=12-5}}}Subtract 5 from both sides



{{{2x=7}}} Combine like terms on the right side



{{{x=(7)/(2)}}} Divide both sides by 2 to isolate x





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Answer:

So our answer is {{{x=7/2}}}  (which is approximately {{{x=3.5}}} in decimal form)