3

Set 6: Linear Equations

Explanation

Answer: C

Solve for xx: 4(x+2)=244(x + 2) = 24

A.

2

B.

6

C.

4

✓ Correct
D.

8

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is correct. Choice B is the correct answer. 1. Divide by 4: x+2=6x + 2 = 6 2. Subtract 2: x=4x = 4 3. Verify: 4(4+2)=244(4 + 2) = 24 ✓ Choice D is incorrect because x+2=6x+2=6. 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 4

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