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Which equation is equivalent to 3 + 5(x + 2) = 12? A 8x + 16 = 12 B 8x + 2 = 12 C 5x + 5 = 12 D 5x + 13 = 12​

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Answer:

D 5x + 13 = 12

Explanation:

3 + 5(x + 2) = 12

3 + 5x + 10 = 12

5x = -1

x = -1/5

D) 5x + 13 = 12

5x = 12 - 13 = -1

x = -1/5

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