Question

How do I solve this equation for x?

Answer 1

1) Divide both sides by 2
2x+12^2/3 =16

2) Solve the exponent
2x+12^2/3 =16

(2x+12^2/) ^3/2 =16^3/2 ( raise both sides to power)

2x+12 = 64

3) Subtract 12 from both sides
2x + 12 - 12 = 64-12

2x = 52

4) divide both sides by 2
2x/2 = 52/2

x = 26


Final answer : x = 26