Choose the best way to complete each statement. Use the graph to help you.

Question

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CLEAR CHECK
The expression 3x
is 15
when x
is
2.5
.

The solution to 3x=15
is about
.

The value of 32.5
is about
.

A population of bacteria triples every hour. It takes about
for the population to grow to 15
times its original size.

Answer 1

The expression 3x is 15 when x is 2.5. The best way to complete this statement is: 3(2.5) is 15 when x is 2.5.

The solution to 3x=15 is about x=5. The best way to complete this statement is: x=5.

The value of 32.5 is about 32.5. The best way to complete this statement is: 32.5 is about 32.5.

A population of bacteria triples every hour. It takes about 5 hours for the population to grow to 15 times its original size. The best way to complete this statement is: 5 hours.