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Solve the equation
2x-3=15
A)x=6
B)x=9
C)x=24
D)x=36

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To solve the equation, it is necessary to isolate the unknown variable "x" first. This is done as shown below:

2x - 3 = 15

Adding 3 to both sides of the equation:

2x - 3 + 3 = 15 + 3
2x = 18

Dividing 2 from both sides:

2x/2 = 18/2
x = 9

Among the choices, the correct answer is B.
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