3
algebra

Solve: 6x+3x=186x + 3x = 18

A

3

B

9

C

6

D

2

Correct Answer: D

Choice Ahoice C is the correct answer.

  1. Combine like terms: 9x=189x = 18
  2. Divide by 9: x=2x = 2
  3. Verify: 6(2)+3(2)=12+6=186(2) + 3(2) = 12 + 6 = 18

Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because18/6=318/6 = 3.

Choice Ahoice C is incorrect because18/3=618/3 = 6.

Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because calculation error.