SOLUTION: If q is an even integer, which of the expressions results in an even integer? (A) q(12) � 7 (B) 5 + 7q (C) 5q � 3q (D) 2q + 3 (E) 4q + 1

Question 259208: If q is an even integer, which of the expressions results in an even integer?
(A) q(12) � 7 (B) 5 + 7q (C) 5q � 3q (D) 2q + 3 (E) 4q + 1

Answer by Fombitz(32388) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Adding/subtracting an even and odd integer will always produce an odd integer.
A,B,D,E all do that.
You can simplify C.

Twice an even number is always an even number.
C is the correct answer.
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