Solve for x: 4x + 1/2 (2x + 4) > 12
( 9th grade Algebra 1)

Answer:
x > 2
Step-by-step explanation:
Distribute and cross-simplify 1/2 with parenthesis
4x + x + 2 > 12
Solve left side
5x + 2 > 12
Subtract 2 from both sides
5x > 10
Divide both sides by 5
x > 2