Solve the equation: $3 (k + 1) = 24$ using the method of transposition.

k = 6

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k = - 7

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$k = 7$

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k = - 6

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Solution

The correct option is C
$k = 7$

$3 (k + 1) = 24$

Transpose 3 to the RHS:

$k + 1 = \frac{24}{3} = > k + 1 = 8$

Transpose 1 to the RHS
$K = 8 - 1 = > k = 7$

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