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Question 7
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Question
If 7x + 9 = 72, find x.
Explanation
Correct Answer: A
ANSWER
Correct Answer: A
Method / Topic: Algebra
7x = 72 - 9 = 63; therefore x = 9. Therefore, the required answer is 9.
Why this answer is correct
The answer satisfies the equation formed from the question.
Short Explanation
7x = 72 - 9 = 63; therefore x = 9. Therefore, the required answer is 9.
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Question
If 7x + 9 = 72, find x.
ANSWER
Correct Answer: A
Method / Topic: Algebra
METHOD
Apply the relevant algebraic equation, identity, exponent rule, polynomial rule, or factorization
METHOD
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CALCULATION:
7x = 72 - 9 = 63; therefore x = 9.
CHECK:
The calculated value matches the selected option exactly.
Final Answer
9
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Shortcut used: Define the variable, form the equation, then solve step by step.
Solve in 3 steps:
- Let the unknown be a variable.
- Translate the statement into an equation.
- Solve and verify in options.
Common mistake: Do not change signs while moving terms across the equation.
Question
If 7x + 9 = 72, find x.
Explanation
Correct Answer: A
ANSWER
Correct Answer: A
Method / Topic: Algebra
7x = 72 - 9 = 63; therefore x = 9. Therefore, the required answer is 9.
Why this answer is correct
The answer satisfies the equation formed from the question.
Short Explanation
7x = 72 - 9 = 63; therefore x = 9. Therefore, the required answer is 9.
Detailed Explanation
Question
If 7x + 9 = 72, find x.
ANSWER
Correct Answer: A
Method / Topic: Algebra
METHOD
Apply the relevant algebraic equation, identity, exponent rule, polynomial rule, or factorization
METHOD
.
CALCULATION:
7x = 72 - 9 = 63; therefore x = 9.
CHECK:
The calculated value matches the selected option exactly.
Final Answer
9
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