Question 4:

Two equations are shown:

• Equation 1: 3/4 (x - 12) = 12

• Equation 2: 3/4y - 12 = 12

Solve each equation. Then, enter a number in each box to make this statement

true.

The value of x is:

The value of y is:

x = 28

y = 32

Step-by-step explanation:

Equation 1: 3/4 (x - 12) = 12

Multiply both sides by 4/3.

(4/3) (3/4) (x - 12) = 12 (4/3)

x - 12 = 16

Add 12 to both sides.

x = 28

Equation 2: 3/4y - 12 = 12

Add 12 to both sides.

3/4y = 24

Multiply both sides by 4/3.

(4/3) (3/4) y = 24 (4/3)

y = 32

Answer:

x = 28

y = 32