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Set 5: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

Solve: x32=4\frac{x}{3} - 2 = 4

A.

2

B.

6

C.

12

D.

18

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is correct. Choice D is the correct answer. 1. Add 2: x3=6\frac{x}{3} = 6 2. Multiply by 3: x=18x = 18 3. Verify: 1832=62=4\frac{18}{3} - 2 = 6 - 2 = 4 ✓ Choice A 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 A is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 18

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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