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Which statement explains whether x=5 is the solution to 5x + 2 = 27? a. Yes, because 5x means x=5.b. No, because 5x doesn't mean x=5.c. No, because when x is replaced by 5 the equation is false. d. Yes, because when x is replaced by 5 the equation is true.

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Given

x = 5

5x + 2 = 27

Procedure

d. Yes, because when x is replaced by 5 the equation is true. ​

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