We want to solve the following equation.
2x + 4 15 = 9
When solving an equation, we should use inverse operations in order to isolate the variable. First, let's use the Subtraction Property of Equality and subtract 4 15 from both sides of the equation. That way, we will isolate 2x on the left-hand side of the equation.
2x + 4 15 - 4 15 &= 9 - 4 15
&⇓
2x &=4 45
Next, let's use the Division Property of Equality and divide both sides of the equation by 2. That way, we will isolate x on the left-hand side of the equation.
2x ÷ 2 &= 4 45÷ 2
&⇓
x &= 4 45 ÷ 2
Finally, let's simplify 4 45 ÷ 2.
