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Mathematics, 25.03.2020 18:41 chelsea1524

A student solved 3/xβˆ’4=x/7 in six steps, as shown.

Step 1: 3=x(xβˆ’4)/7
Step 2: 21=x(xβˆ’4)
Step 3: 21=x**2βˆ’4x
Step 4: 0=x**2βˆ’4xβˆ’21
Step 5: 0=(xβˆ’7)(x+3)
Step 6: x=βˆ’3, x=7
Which statement is an accurate interpretation of the student's work?

A The student solved the equation correctly.

B The student made an error in step 2.

C The student made an error in step 5.

D Only x=7 is a solution to the original equation.

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A student solved 3/xβˆ’4=x/7 in six steps, as shown.

Step 1: 3=x(xβˆ’4)/7
Step 2: 21=x...
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