What is the value of c in the equation 3 = (c + 8) / 5 when c equals 2 and when c equals 7?

To solve the equation (3 = frac{(c + 8)}{5}), we can follow these steps:

1. Multiply both sides by 5 to eliminate the fraction:

[

3 times 5 = c + 8

]

[

15 = c + 8

]

2. Subtract 8 from both sides to isolate (c):

[

15 – 8 = c

]

[

c = 7

]

So, the correct value of (c) is (7).

This means the other option (c = 2) is incorrect. If you have further questions, feel free to ask!