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Taylor solves the equation 6x=51 and determines that x=7.5

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Correct answer: x=8.5
User Jose Alban
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Answer:

Taylor is incorrect because x really equals 8.5 not 7.5

Explanation:

Step 1: Solve for x in 6x = 51

6x / 6 = 51 / 6

x = 8.5

Answer: Taylor is incorrect because x really equals 8.5 not 7.5

User Lauromine
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