Solve the Equation and Check $- 6 x + 8 ( x - 16 ) = 30$

question 103

Multiple Choice

Solve the equation and check. $- 6 x + 8 ( x - 16 ) = 30$

• A) x = 74
• B) x = 78
• C) x = 79
• D) x = 75
• E) x = 76

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