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Set 12: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

Solve: 13(x6)=2\frac{1}{3}(x - 6) = 2

A.

18

B.

0

C.

12

✓ Correct
D.

6

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is correct. Choice C is the correct answer. 1. Multiply by 3: x6=6x - 6 = 6 2. Add 6: x=12x = 12 3. Verify: 13(6)=2\frac{1}{3}(6) = 2 ✓ Choice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice B 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 12

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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