Clarence solved the equation 3 x + 15 = 33 and showed the following work. Did he do the work correctly?

3 x + 15 = 33

3 x + 15 - 15 = 33

3 x = 33

=

x = 11

Which of the following is true?

a. x is 11.

b. x should be 6.

c. x should be 16.

d. x should be 99.

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3 June, 14:56

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Bryan Berry · Answer 1

Clarence solved the equation incorrectly because he didn't subtract 15 from both sides, just one side.

Therefore:

b. x should be 6

Clarence solved the equation 3 x + 15 = 33 and showed the following work. Did he do the work correctly?3 x + 15 = 333 x + 15 - 15 = 333 x = 33=x = 11Which of the following is true?a. x is 11.b. x should be 6.c. x should be 16.d. x should be 99.