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For which value of x is the equation 3(x + 2) + x = 2x + 16 true? A) 2 B) 3 C) 4 D) 5

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Answer: D. 5

Explanation:

User Szegheo
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Answer:

Option D.
x=5

Explanation:

we have


3(x+2)+x=2x+16

Solve for x


3x+6+x=2x+16


4x+6=2x+16


4x-2x=16-6


2x=10


x=5

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