For which value of x is the equation 3(3 + x) = 15 + x true?
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4

C

Step-by-step explanation:

3(3 + x) = 15 + x

Open bracket

9 + 3x = 15 + x

Collecting like terms

3x - x = 15 - 9

2x = 6

Dividing by 2

x = 6/2

x = 3

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