Question

Is x = 17 a solution to the equation x + 15 = 42?

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Answer 1

No.

Explanation:

If you substitute 17 in for x in the equation you get 17+15=42. Simplify to get 32=42. This is not a true statement, so x=17 is not the answer.

Answer 2

no

Explanation:

x + 15 = 42

Subtract 15 from each side

x + 15-15 = 42-15

x = 27

x = 17 is not 27 so it is not a solution