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Describe the equation 23 = 7x + 2 in words. Then use pencil and paper to describe a real-world

situation that could be represented by the equation.
Which description below matches the given equation?
OA. Add 2 to an unknown quantity. Multiply the sum by 7. The result is 23.
OB. Subtract 7 from 23. Divide the difference by 2. The result is an unknown quantity.
OC. Multiply an unknown quantity by 7. Add 2 to the product. The result is 23.
OD. Add 7 to 23. Divide the sum by 2. The result is an unknown quantity.

User Oberger
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Answer:

i believe that x=3

Explanation:

i think that you subtract 2 and subtract 22 by 2 which is equal 21 ,and than do 21 divide by 7 which is equal 3

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