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If 3 times a certain number (x) is increased by 4 the result is 28 

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 3x + 4 = 28 

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 If 3 times a certain number is increased by 4 the result is 28 If x is "the number," which of the following equations could be used to solve for the number? 

a.3x + 4 = 28

b.3(x + 4) = 28

c.3x = 4 + 28



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Ans: a

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Stan H. 

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