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What will be the value of x if x+1x+4 = 23?


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3

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4

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5

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Solution

The correct option is C

5


The equation is (x+1)(x+4) = 23

⇒​ 3(x + 1) = 2(x + 4)

⇒​ 3x + 3 = 2x + 8

⇒​ x = 5


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