Which is the solution to the equation 0.5 x + 4.2 = 5.9? Round to the nearest tenth if necessary.

3.4 or 17/5 as a fraction

Step-by-step explanation:

First you multiply 10 by both sides

4.3x10=42 and. 5x10=5

Then subtract 42 by both sides

42-42=0 and 59-42=17

Then you divide 5 by both sides

5/5=0 and 17/5 = 3.4 or as a fraction 17/5