Solve 1/4x + 3 = 4 ?

1 Answer
Nov 20, 2017

Either 4 or 1/4 depending on the interpretation of the question.

Explanation:

If the x is multiplied by 1/4, then

1/4x +3 -3=4-3" " subtract 3 from both sides

1/4x =1" " now multiply both sides by 4

x=4

If x is in the denominator, then

1/(4x) + 3 = 4

1/(4x) =1" " multiply both sides by 4x

1=4x

x=1/4

So the answer depends on if you meant for x to be in the denominator or multiplied by 1/4.