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algebra

If 5x+2=3x+125x + 2 = 3x + 12, what is the value of xx?

A

1.4

B

7

C

5

D

2

Correct Answer: C

Choice Ahoice C is the correct answer.

  1. Subtract 3x: 2x+2=122x + 2 = 12
  2. Subtract 2: 2x=102x = 10
  3. Divide by 2: x=5x = 5
  4. Verify: 25+2=2725 + 2 = 27 and 15+12=2715 + 12 = 27

Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Ahoice C is incorrect because calculation error.