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Solve: 3(2x − 1) = 2(x + 5) + 1

A 4
B 3.5
C 3
D 4.5

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

6x − 3 = 2x + 10 + 1 → 6x − 3 = 2x + 11 → 4x = 14 → x = 3.5.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Solve: 3(2x − 1) = 2(x + 5) + 1" is Option B: 3.5.

The other options — A) 4, C) 3, D) 4.5 — are incorrect for this PSAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: 6x − 3 = 2x + 10 + 1 → 6x − 3 = 2x + 11 → 4x = 14 → x = 3.5.

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