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Algebra / Linear equations in one variable Difficulty: Easy

What value of x is the solution to the equation 16 x + 24 = 24 x ?

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Explanation

Choice D is correct. Subtracting 16x from both sides of the given equation yields 24=8x. Dividing both sides of this equation by 8 yields 3=x. Therefore, the solution to the given equation is 3.

Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.