Question

Find the mistake made in the steps to solve the equation below.

Answer 1

B. Step 3 is incorrect, it should be x = 10/8

Explanation:

Answer 2

The correct option is B) Step 3 is incorrect and should be
`x=(10)/(8)`.

Explanation:

Consider the provided equation.

`6x-1=-2x+9`

Step 1: Use addition property of equality.

`8x-1=9`

Step 2: Use addition property of equality.

`8x=10`

Step 3: Use Division property of equality.

`x=(10)/(8)`

Step 4: Now simplify.

`x=(5)/(4)`

Now, by comparing these steps with the provided image we can concluded that the step 3 is incorrect.

Thus, the correct option is B) Step 3 is incorrect and should be
`x=(10)/(8)`.