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The value of x for the equation 3(x + 3) = 5(x - 5) also satisfies the equation ______.


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2x - 17 = 0

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x - 17 = 0

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2x + 17 = 0

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x + 17 = 0

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Solution

The correct option is B

x - 17 = 0


3(x + 3) = 5(x - 5)

3x + 9 = 5x - 25

-2x = -34

x = 17

x - 17 = 0


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