Question

(will give 30 points)

Charlie solved an equation, as shown below:

Step 1: 5x = 30
Step 2: x = 30 – 5
Step 3: x = 25

Part A: Is Charlie's solution correct or incorrect? If the solution is incorrect, explain why it is incorrect and show the correct steps to solve the equation. (6 points)

Part B: How many solutions will this equation have?

Answer 1

incorrect : you must divide 30 / 5 = 6

Explanation:

Answer 2

step 1 rewrite the equation
step 2 30/5= 6
step 3 x=6

1 solution