4b/2 + 3 = 11 + b

It's amazing what one would forget in a year without a math class. If someone could show it well step-by-step, that would be ideal. Thanks!

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4b/2 + 3 = 11 + b

It's amazing what one would forget in a year without a math class.  If someone could show it well step-by-step, that would be ideal. Thanks!

amistre64 · Answer

clear out the fraction by multiplying it all by 2

amistre64 · Answer

i assume you are trying to solve for b?

amistre64 · Answer

another option is to see that 4/2 = 2 and go from that :)

amistre64 · Answer

when working with equations; always remember to do the same thing to each side in order to keep them balanced

anonymous · Answer

I don't know why multiplying it all by two didn't cross my mind.  I got:

$$4b + 6 = 22+ 2b$$
$$2b + 6 = 22$$
$$2b = 16$$
$$b = 8$$

Thank you much!

amistre64 · Answer

that looks to be good :)