8

Set 15: Linear Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

Solve: x41=2\frac{x}{4} - 1 = 2

A.

12

✓ Correct
B.

16

C.

8

D.

4

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. 1. Add 1: x4=3\frac{x}{4} = 3 2. Multiply by 4: x=12x = 12 3. Verify: 1241=31=2\frac{12}{4} - 1 = 3 - 1 = 2 ✓ Choice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice B is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 12

Why others are wrong:
B: Choice B is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
D: Choice D is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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