Use the variable $x$ for the unknown, and write an equation representing the verbal sentence. Then solve the problem.
-When $\frac{1}{4}$ of a number is added to 20 , the result is 29 .
A) $\frac{1}{4} x-20=29 ; 196$

B) $29+\frac{1}{4} \mathrm{x}=20 ; 36$

C) $\frac{1}{4}+x=29 ; 29$

D) $20+\frac{1}{4} x=29 ; 36$

Question

Use the variable $x$ for the unknown, and write an equation representing the verbal sentence. Then solve the problem.
-When $\frac{1}{4}$ of a number is added to 20 , the result is 29 .
A) $\frac{1}{4} x-20=29 ; 196$

B) $29+\frac{1}{4} \mathrm{x}=20 ; 36$

C) $\frac{1}{4}+x=29 ; 29$

D) $20+\frac{1}{4} x=29 ; 36$

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct equation that represents the verbal sentence is $20 + \frac{1}{4}x = 29$. Solving this equation for $x$ gives $x = 36$.

Use the Variable xxx For the Unknown, and Write an Equation Representing the Verbal

Use the Variable $x$ For the Unknown, and Write an Equation Representing the Verbal