Question

Solve -6x+19 = x-2. Check for extraneous solutions.

A. x = -5
B. x = -5,3
C. x = 3
D. No solution

Answer 1

x=3

Explanation:

Move the variables to the left-hand side and change its sign. Move constant to the right-hand side and change its sign.

-6x-x=-2-19

Collect like terms

-7x=-21

Divide both sides of the equation by -7

x=3

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Answer 2

C. x = 3

Explanation:

Step 1:

- 6x + 19 = x - 2

Step 2:

- 7x + 19 = - 2

Step 3:

- 7x = - 21

Step 4:

21 = 7x

Answer:

3 = x

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