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Set 13: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

If 0.8x2=68x - 2 = 6, what is the value of xx?

A.

10

✓ Correct
B.

5

C.

8

D.

4

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. 1. Add 2: 0.8x=80.8x = 8 2. Divide by 0.8: x=10x = 10 3. Verify: 82=68- 2 = 6 ✓ Choice B 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 C 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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