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Which of the following describes a correct process for solving the equation 3(x + 6) = 21 and arrives at the correct solution? (1 point)

Divide both sides of the equation by 3, and then subtract 6 from both sides of the equation. The solution is x = 1.
Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation, and then divide both sides of the equation by 3. The solution is x = 5.
Distribute the 3, subtract 6 from both sides of the equation, and then divide both sides of the equation by 3. The solution is x = 5.
Add 6 to both sides of the equation, and then divide both sides of the equation by 3. The solution is x = 9.

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Answer:

1st answer indeed

Explanation:

ok so the steps are included in the given answer. hope you can figure it out. if not let me know. (:

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