7

Set 7: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: B

If 3.5x7=05x - 7 = 0, what is the value of xx?

A.

3.5

B.

2

✓ Correct
C.

0.5

D.

7

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. 1. Add 7: 3.5x=73.5x = 7 2. Divide by 3.5: x=2x = 2 3. Verify: 77=07- 7 = 0 ✓ Choice D 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 D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 2

Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A 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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