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Set 6: Linear Equations

Explanation

Answer: B

Solve: 3x9=x+33x - 9 = x + 3

A.

12

B.

6

✓ Correct
C.

3

D.

2

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is correct. Choice B is the correct answer. 1. Subtract x: 2x9=32x - 9 = 3 2. Add 9: 2x=122x = 12 3. Divide by 2: x=6x = 6 4. Verify: 189=918- 9 = 9 and 6+3=96+ 3 = 9 ✓ Choice C 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 D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 6

Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A 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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