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The solution to the equation 3(x + 2) = 2(2x + 2) is
a) 4
b) 2
c) 3
d) 0

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Explanation:

Use distributive property:

3x+6=4x+4

Eliminate one variable:

Subtract 3x from both sides.

6=x+4

Subtract 4 from both sides:

2=x.

B is correct.

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