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algebra

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

A

4

B

8

C

12

D

16

Correct Answer: B

Choice 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 Choice C is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice C is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice D is incorrect because calculation error.