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From the set {2, 6, 42}, use substitution to determine which value of x makes the equation true.

6(x + 40) = 252

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Answer: 2
Step-by-step explanation:
If you plug in 6(2+40)= 252
Using PEMDAS, solve in the parentheses first! which will be 42.
6(42)=252
6 x 42 = 252
making x=2 because plugging in x makes this equation true
252= 252
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