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algebra

Solve: 2x+40=6x+82x + 40 = 6x + 8

A

6

B

12

C

8

D

32

Correct Answer: C

Choice Bhoice C is the correct answer.

  1. Subtract 2x: 40=4x+840 = 4x + 8
  2. Subtract 8: 32=4x32 = 4x
  3. Divide by 4: 8=x8 = x
  4. Verify: 2(8)+40=562(8) + 40 = 56 and 6(8)+8=566(8) + 8 = 56

Choice Bhoice A is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because calculation error.