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algebra

If 0.25x+0.5=2.50.25x + 0.5 = 2.5, what is the value of xx?

A

8

B

12

C

4

D

2

Correct Answer: A

Choice Choice A is the correct answer.

  1. Subtract 0.5: 0.25x=2.00.25x = 2.0
  2. Divide by 0.25: x=8x = 8
  3. Verify: 0.25(8)+0.5=2+0.5=2.50.25(8) + 0.5 = 2 + 0.5 = 2.5

Choice Choice C is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice B is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice D is incorrect because calculation error.