How to solve an equation.
1. Simplify any parentheses using the distributive property if needed.
2. Combine like terms if needed.
3. Use the addition principle of equality if needed.
4. Use the multiplication or division principle of equality if needed.
[tex]\frac{4b}{2} + 3 = 11 + b[/tex]
2b + 3 = 11 + b
b + 3 = 11 <-- Subtract b from each side
b = 8 <-- Subtract 3 from each side
So, b is equal to 8.