Hi Mike
For question 13 test 1 no calculator, I used plugging in. I made x = 4 and solved to get 42/13. then I plugged 4 into my answer choices and B gave me 42/13.
I am curious as to why you did not use plug in for your answer and explanation.
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Good question. I definitely have this one categorized as plug-innable in my book, but because there’s some algebraic manipulation required whether you plug in or not, I guess I chose to take it as an opportunity to push that skill. Your solution (elaborated below) is also totally valid, and would definitely be my preferred method on a section where calculators were allowed.
Now set in each answer choice to see which one simplifies to :
A)
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C)
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