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Which of the following is the best first step in solving the equation below? 4+2㏒³x=17

Choose the equation below that represents the line that passes through the point (2, 4) and has a slope of 3. a) y − 4 = 3(x − 2) b) y − 2 = 3(x − 4) c) y + 4 = 3(x + 2) d) y + 2 = 3(x + 4)

1.based of the diagrams what is the the value of x? 2.how would you verify your answer for x