9

Set 1: Linear Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

Solve: 0.5x+2=75x + 2 = 7

A.

10

✓ Correct
B.

5

C.

2.5

D.

14

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. Choice C is the correct answer. 1. Subtract 2: 0.5x=50.5x = 5 2. Divide by 0.5: x=10x = 10 3. Verify: 0.5(10)+2=5+2=70.5(10) + 2 = 5 + 2 = 7 ✓ Choice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice C is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice A is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 10

Why others are wrong:
B: Choice B is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
D: Choice D is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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