Released STAAR Algebra I EOC · 2026 · Item 36 · 1 point

Walkthrough: Algebra I 2026, Item 36

A.5A · Solving Linear Equations · unscored study

What value of $v$ makes this equation true? $3(v + 2) = 2(v - 9)$

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$-\frac{12}{5}$
$-\frac{7}{5}$
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1. Understand the question

Distribute on both sides, then collect the variable on one side.

Try the question on your own first, then reveal one step at a time.

2. Solve it step by step

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