2x + 22 = 4(x + 3)...distribute thru the parenthesis
2x + 22 = 4x + 12...subtract 2x from both sides, subtract 12 from both sides
22 - 12 = 4x - 2x...simplify
10 = 2x...divide both sides by 2
10/2 = x...reduce
5 = x <==
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Answer:
Improper fraction = 10/3 cups
Mixed fraction = 3 1/3 cups
Step-by-step explanation:
Given;
Sam uses 2/3 cup of sugar to make cookies
Rate = 2/3 cup per batch
To make 5 batches, he would need;
Amount = number of batches × rate per batch
Amount = 5 batches × 2/3 cups per batch
Amount of sugar he would need = 10/3 or 3 1/3 cups
