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For the equation 3(7+x)=3x+k, what value of k will create an equation with infinitely many solutions?

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Answer: k = 21

Explanation:

3(7 + x) = 3x + k

21 + 3x = 3x + k

21 + 3x - 3x = 3x + k - 3x

k = 21

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