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algebraIf , what is the value of ?
A
3.14
B
29
C
15
D
7
Correct Answer: C
Choice Bhoice D is the correct answer. We subtract the constant to isolate the variable.
- Start with the equation:
- Subtract 7 from both sides:
- Calculate:
- Verify: ✓
This problem reinforces the standard pattern for solving one-step addition equations.
Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because this results from adding instead of subtracting: . This is the opposite of what we need.
Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because this confuses the constant (7) with the solution. Just because 7 appears in the equation doesn't mean .
Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because this results from dividing: (which happens to be close to ). Division is not relevant for this equation.