Question

17. If13=xy-5 and y = 6, what is the value of x? (A) 0 (B) 3 (C) 6 (D) 8​

Answer 1

Answer:

Option B: 3

Step-by-step explanation:

#1: Substitute in 6 for $y$ and 3 for $x$: $13=(3)(6)-5$

#2: Multiply 3 and 6: $13=18-5$

#3: Evaluate the equation: $13=18-5$ → $13=13$

#4: Check if the solution is equal: $13=13$ ✓

$x$ is equal to 3 (Option B).