Question

How many real solutions does 4x + x + 3 = 0 1/2

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( 4x + x + 3 = 0.5 \), we first simplify it.

Combine like terms on the left side:

\[
5x + 3 = 0.5
\]

Next, subtract 3 from both sides:

\[
5x = 0.5 - 3
\]

Calculating the right side gives:

\[
5x = 0.5 - 3 = 0.5 - 3.0 = -2.5
\]

Now, divide by 5 to solve for \( x \):

\[
x = \frac{-2.5}{5} = -0.5
\]

Since we found a specific value for \( x \), there is exactly **one real solution** for the equation \( 4x + x + 3 = 0.5 \).

Thus, the number of real solutions is:

\[
\boxed{1}
\]