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From the set {5, 7, 40}, use substitution to determine which value of x makes the equation true.

7(x + 35) = 280

A. 7
B. none of these
C. 40
D. 5

Please help me !!!!

User Meet Mehta
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2 Answers

5 votes

Answer:

I am in middle school

Explanation:

User Lucas Bonner
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3 votes

Answer:

D. 5

Explanation:

7 (x + 35) = 280

x + 35 = 280/7

= 40

x = 40 - 35

= 5

So it the correct option is D. Sorry I am late!!

User Abhishek Kedia
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