If this is what you have in mind
(1/2)x + 5 = 9
Then solving this is quite simple
1st subtract 5 from both sides
(1/2)x = 4
Now divide 1/2 by both sides
x = 8
3 x 3/5
Steps in multiplying fractions:
3 is a fraction that is 3/1
3/1 * 3/5
1) multiply numerators: 3 * 3 = 9
2) multiply denominators: 1 * 5 = 5
3) simplify fraction:
3 x 3/5 = 9/5
9/5 = 1 4/5
Answer:
What equation will model the situation?
✔ x/3 = 4
How many servings did the original recipe make?
✔ 12
Step-by-step explanation:
Hope this helps!
