Question

What is the solution to 1/2x + 13=9

Answer 1

x = -8

Explanation:

Step 1:

Isolate the x by subtracting 13 on the left

1/2x = 9

Now subtract the 13 on the right to balance things out

1/2x = 9 - 13

Simplify

1/2x = -4

Step 2:

Multiply -8 by 2 because it's 1/2x, not 1x

x = -4(2)

x = -8

Cheers.

Answer 2

Answer: 1/2x+13=9

-13 -13

1/2x= -4

x= -4/(1/2)

x= -8

Explanation: