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calculator check: solve 3x + 5 = 20.

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

Notation, vocabulary and manipulation

Question

  1. A. x = 5
  2. B. 2x
  3. C. 1x^2
  4. D. 1x

Answer

The correct answer is x = 5.

Explanation

calculator check uses Identities and algebraic proof: identify the quantities, do the stated operation, and select x = 5 because it matches the verified final answer.

Common mistake

Identities and algebraic proof common mistake 1

Writing a final answer without showing the method that justifies it. This can weaken answers for: [Foundation and Higher] Know the difference between an equation and an identity..

Show the method first, then give the final answer in the required form. Apply this directly to Identities and algebraic proof.

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