Question

For which value of x is the equation 3(x + 2) + x = 2x + 16 true?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5

Answer 1

D) 5



3(x + 2) + x = 2x + 16

Distribute the 3 to the (x + 2)l

3x + 6 + x = 2x + 16

4x + 6 = 2x + 16

Subtract 2x and 6 from each side.

2x = 10

Divide each side by 2

x = 5



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Answer 2

Answer:

D) 5

Step-by-step explanation:

3(5+2)+5=2*5+16

26=26

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