Solve for x: x/4 + 3 = 8
Correct answer: A. 20
Subtract 3: x/4 = 5. Multiply both sides by 4: x = 20. A common error is to multiply before subtracting, which gives 44.
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Answer and explanation
The correct answer is A. 20
Subtract 3: x/4 = 5. Multiply both sides by 4: x = 20. A common error is to multiply before subtracting, which gives 44.
Topic: Algebra and Equations MCQs · Subject: Numerical Ability