Question

Which number from the set {0, 2, 3, 5) is the solution to this equation?

5x - 4 = 3x + 6 (60 points)

A)0

B)2

C)3

D)5

Answer 1

D

Explanation:

5x - 4 = 3x + 6

2x - 4 = 6(remover smaller x)

2x = 10(make x alone)

x = 5

Answer 2

D

Explanation:

5(5)-4 = 21

3(5)+6=21