The equation is given

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Problem

The equation 2x3+1=5\dfrac{2x}{3} + 1 = 5 is given. Check which of the following values satisfies the equation: (i)  x=5(i)\;x = 5 (ii)  x=6(ii)\;x = 6. Show your calculation.

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