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Write a related equation that has the variable on one side. Then simplify the other side.

j - 5 = 61

A. j = 56

B. j = 305

C. j = 12.2

D. j = 66

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Because 5 is being subtracted from 1 side, do the opposite and add it to both. 61 plus 5 = 66, so D is correct.
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