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Set 17: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

Solve: 8x+5=2x+298x + 5 = 2x + 29

A.

5.6

B.

3

C.

6

D.

4

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is correct. Choice Ahoice C is the correct answer. 1. Subtract 2 x: 6x+5=296x + 5 = 29 2. Subtract 5: 6x=246x = 24 3. Divide by 6: x=4x = 4 4. Verify: 8(4)+5=378(4) + 5 = 37 and 2(4)+29=372(4) + 29 = 37 ✓ Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice Ahoice B is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice Ahoice D 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.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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