Let's call the number x.
The problem states that half the sum of the number and 26 is 15. This can be translated to the equation:
(x + 26)/2 = 15
Now let's solve for x:
x + 26 = 2 * 15
x + 26 = 30
x = 30 - 26
x = 4
Therefore, the number is 4.
The correct answer is B. 4.
Half the sum of a number and 26 is 15 what is the number?
A. -11
B. 4
C. 5.5
D. -22
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