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Solving Equations and Inequalities — Test

Question 25 • Algebra 1

When she subtracts 4 from both sides, (1)/(2)⁢x=−(1)/(2)⁢x results. What is the value of x ?

Answer
A
negative 1
B
negative 1 half
C
0
D
12

Explanation

Start with ½x = −½x. Add ½x to both sides to collect the x terms: ½x + ½x = 0, so x = 0. The correct choice is 0.

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