Solve the Equation

question 24

Multiple Choice

Solve the equation. 0.43 x + 0.4(8,000 - x ) = 3350

• A)x = 5,000
• B)x = 3,000
• C)x = -3,000
• D)x = 8,000
• E)no solution

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