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Determine the value of c in at least two different ways.

Then describe each strategy below.

Use the sketch tool if it helps you to show your thinking.

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Answer 1

Strategy 1: Algebraic approach

Given that

3c = 6,

we can divide both sides by 3 to solve for c:

c = 2

Therefore, one way to determine the value of c is to directly solve the equation using algebra.

Strategy 2: Trial and error approach

We know that 3 times a number c equals 6. By trial and error, we can find that if c is 2, then 3 times 2 equals 6. This method involves trying different values of c until we find the correct solution, in this case c=2.

Both strategies ultimately lead to the same result of c=2. The algebraic approach involves directly solving the equation, while the trial and error approach involves testing different values until the correct one is found. Both methods are valid ways to determine the value of c.