Question

Explain how to get the variable alone in the equation.
3 x equals 18
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Part 1
Select the correct choice below and fill in the answer box within your choice.
​(Type a whole​ number.)
A.
Add
  
enter your response here to both sides.
B.
Multiply both sides by
  
enter your response here.
C.
Divide both sides by
  
enter your response here.
D.
Subtract
  
enter your response here from both sides.

Answer 1

C. Divide both sides by 3.

Reason: 3x = 18 → x = 18 ÷ 3 = 6.