Question

Which value of k makes 5-k+12=16 a true statement? Choose 1 answer: Choice A) k=1 (Choice B) k=2 (Choice C) k=3 (Choice D) k=4

Answer 1

k=1

Explanation:

5-k+12=16

Combine like terms

17 - k = 16

Subtract 17 from each side

17-k-17 = 16-17

-k = -1

Divide by -1

k = 1

Answer 2

A) k=1

Explanation:

5-k+12=16

17-k=16

k=1