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Set 7: Linear Equations

Explanation

Answer: B

Solve: 12(x+4)=6\frac{1}{2}(x + 4) = 6

A.

4

B.

8

✓ Correct
C.

12

D.

16

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is correct. Choice B is the correct answer. 1. Multiply by 2: x+4=12x + 4 = 12 2. Subtract 4: x=8x = 8 3. Verify: 12(12)=6\frac{1}{2}(12) = 6 ✓ Choice C is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice C 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.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 8

Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A 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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