Answer:
x = 24
Step-by-step explanation:
distibute: 1/2x - 5 = 7
add 5 to both sides: 1/2x = 12
multiply by 2 on both sides: x = 24
To check your work:
1/2[(24) - 10] = 7
simplify inside the parenthesis: 1/2[14] = 7
multiply: 7 = 7
the statement is true so your answer is corect
