Question

Solve the linear equation 1/2 x + 10 = 1/4 x + 54.
State the property that justifies your first step and why you choose it.​

Answer 1

Answer:

1/2x+10=1/4x+54

We simplify the equation to the form, which is simple to understand  

1/2x+10=1/4x+54

We move all terms containing x to the left and all other terms to the right.  

+2x-4x=+54-10

We simplify left and right side of the equation.  

-2x=+44

We divide both sides of the equation by -2 to get x.  

x=-22