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What is the average (arithmetic mean) of 4x- 3

and 2x + 5?

A. X-4

B. 2x - 8

C. 3x + 1

D. 6x + 2

User Rickyduck
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I think the answer is C
User Mario B
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Answer:

C

Explanation:

The sum of 4x - 3 and 2x + 5 = 6x + 2.

Divide the sum by 2.

The answer is 3x + 1.

User Warren Stringer
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