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Solve the absolute value equation: |3x + 2| = 8.

A x = 2 only
B x = -10/3 only
C x = 2 or x = -10/3
D No solution

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

An absolute value equation |A| = B means A = B or A = -B. So, 3x + 2 = 8 or 3x + 2 = -8. Solving the first gives 3x = 6, x = 2. Solving the second gives 3x = -10, x = -10/3.

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