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algebra

Solve for xx: 5x+4=3x+145x + 4 = 3x + 14

A

5

B

2

C

10

D

9

Correct Answer: A

Choice Choice D is the correct answer.

  1. Subtract 3x: 2x+4=142x + 4 = 14
  2. Subtract 4: 2x=102x = 10
  3. Divide by 2: x=5x = 5
  4. Verify: 25+4=2925 + 4 = 29 and 15+14=2915 + 14 = 29

Choice Choice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice B is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice C is incorrect because calculation error.