Question

Is the equation a true statement when x = 3? In other words, is 3 a solution to theequation?7x – 5 = 23 + 10A. Yes, 3 is a solution.B. No, 3 is not a solution.

Answer 1

Case: Simple equation

Given:

7x – 5 = 23 + 10

Required:

Is the equation a true statement when x = 3?

Method:

Step 1: Rewrite the equation

7x – 5 = 23 + 10

Step 2: Plug the value x= 3 into the equation

7x – 5 = 23 + 10

7(3) - 5 = 33

21 - 5 = 33

16 is not equal to 33

Final answer:

B. No, 3 is not a solution.