Describe the equation 23 = 7x + 2 in words. Then use pencil and paper to describe a real-world

situation that could be represented by the equation.

Which description below matches the given equation?

OA. Add 2 to an unknown quantity. Multiply the sum by 7. The result is 23.

OB. Subtract 7 from 23. Divide the difference by 2. The result is an unknown quantity.

OC. Multiply an unknown quantity by 7. Add 2 to the product. The result is 23.

OD. Add 7 to 23. Divide the sum by 2. The result is an unknown quantity.

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Mathematics

Chanel

10 February, 23:23

Describe the equation 23 = 7x + 2 in words. Then use pencil and paper to describe a real-world

situation that could be represented by the equation.

Which description below matches the given equation?

OA. Add 2 to an unknown quantity. Multiply the sum by 7. The result is 23.

OB. Subtract 7 from 23. Divide the difference by 2. The result is an unknown quantity.

OC. Multiply an unknown quantity by 7. Add 2 to the product. The result is 23.

OD. Add 7 to 23. Divide the sum by 2. The result is an unknown quantity.

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Riley Trujillo · Answer 1

i believe that x=3

Step-by-step explanation:

i think that you subtract 2 and subtract 22 by 2 which is equal 21, and than do 21 divide by 7 which is equal 3