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algebra

Solve for xx: 23x+1=5\frac{2}{3}x + 1 = 5

A

3

B

4

C

6

D

9

Correct Answer: C

Choice Choice C is the correct answer.

  1. Subtract 1: 23x=4\frac{2}{3}x = 4
  2. Multiply by 3: 2x=122x = 12
  3. Divide by 2: x=6x = 6
  4. Verify: 23(6)+1=4+1=5\frac{2}{3}(6) + 1 = 4 + 1 = 5

Choice Choice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice B is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice A is incorrect because calculation error.