Question

Which is the correct equation for finding the value of x?

A. 2x + 6 + 5x + 8x - 11 = 180

B. 5x + 2x + 6 = 180

C. 2x + 6 + 8x - 11 = 5x

D. 5x + 2x + 6 = 8x - 11

Answer 1

C.

Explanation:

1. 2x + 6 = 8x

2. 8x + 8x = 16x

3. 16x - 11 = 5x