Question

$\frac{j}{2}+7 = 12$
what is the value of $j$ in the equation shown?
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Explanation:

Step1: Isolate the fraction term

Subtract 7 from both sides of the equation $\frac{j}{2}+7 = 12$. We get $\frac{j}{2}=12 - 7$.
$\frac{j}{2}=5$

Step2: Solve for j

Multiply both sides of the equation $\frac{j}{2}=5$ by 2. So, $j = 5\times2$.
$j = 10$

Answer:

10