32x = 3(5x−8) is equivalent to the equation 3(2x) = 3(5x − 8). True False

Deepwell asked Feb 13, 2023

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32x = 3(5x−8) is equivalent to the equation 3(2x) = 3(5x − 8).

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Deepwell asked Feb 13, 2023

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Answer: False

Explanation:

This is because when u simplify 32x = 3(5x−8), it is 32x = 15x - 24

When u simplify 3(2x) = 3(5x − 8), you will get 6x = 15x - 24

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