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algebra

If 5(x1)=3x+75(x - 1) = 3x + 7, what is the value of xx?

A

6

B

1

C

12

D

4

Correct Answer: A

Choice Choice A is the correct answer.

  1. Distribute: 5x5=3x+75x - 5 = 3x + 7
  2. Subtract 3x: 2x5=72x - 5 = 7
  3. Add 5: 2x=122x = 12
  4. Divide by 2: x=6x = 6
  5. Verify: 5(5)=255(5) = 25 and 18+7=2518 + 7 = 25

Choice Choice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice C is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice B is incorrect because calculation error.