Question

Is x = 3 a solution to the equation 8= 2x + 3

yes or no

Answer 1

Answer:

NO

Step-by-step explanation:

substitute x=3  into the equation

2(3)+3

=9

Therefore x=3 is not a solution

Answer 2

Answer:

No, it is not a solution.

Step-by-step explanation:

x = 3

8 = 2x + 3

8 = 2 (3) + 3

8 = 6 + 3

8 ≠ 9