3

Set 2: Trigonometry

Explanation

Answer: B

Solve for xx: 3(x+8)=363(x + 8) = 36

A.

2

B.

4

✓ Correct
C.

8

D.

14

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is correct. 1. Start: 3(x+8)=363(x + 8) = 36 Divide by 3: x+8=12x + 8 = 12 Subtract 8: x=4x = 4 Therefore, x=4x = 4.

Key Steps:

Apply the appropriate mathematical formula

The correct answer is 4

Why others are wrong:
A: This would give an incorrect result. Choice A is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: This would give an incorrect result. Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
D: This would give an incorrect result. Choice D is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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