Question

Solve for $x$: $3x-5=13$

• A. 5
• B. 6
• C. 3
• D. 4

Answer 1

The correct option is B

6

Given $3x-5=13$

$\Rightarrow$ $3x=13+5$

$\Rightarrow$ $3x=18$

$\Rightarrow$ $x=\frac{18}{3}$

$\Rightarrow$ $x=6$