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Solve for x: |2x + 1| = 7.

A x = 3 only
B x = -4 only
C x = 3 or x = -4
D No solution

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

An absolute value equation |A| = B means A = B or A = -B. So, 2x + 1 = 7 or 2x + 1 = -7. Solving these gives 2x = 6 (x=3) and 2x = -8 (x=-4). Both solutions are valid.

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