Question

Which is the correct way to model the equation 5x+6=4x+(-3) using algebra tiles?

5 positive x-tiles and 6 positive unit tiles on the left side; 4 positive x-tiles and 3 negative unit tiles on the right side

6 positive x-tiles and 5 positive unit tiles on the left side; 3 negative x-tiles and 4 positive unit tiles on the right side

5 positive x-tiles and 6 negative unit tiles on the left side; 4 positive x-tiles and 3 negative unit tiles on the right side

5 positive x-tiles and 6 positive unit tiles on the left side; 4 positive x-tiles and 3 positive unit tiles on the right side

Answer 1

A would be your best option. Choice A properly displays the equation, 5x+6=4x+(-3), using words. Let me know if you want an explanation of why the other options are invalid. :)

Answer 2

A is correct.

Explanation:

Which is the correct way to model the equation 5x+6=4x+(-3) using algebra tiles?

5 positive x-tiles and 6 positive unit tiles on the left side; 4 positive x-tiles and 3 negative unit tiles on the right side.

5 positive x-tiles = 5x

6 positive unit tiles = 6

4 positive x-tiles = 4x

3 negative unit tiles = -3

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B - There are 5 x tiles but its given 6 x tiles.

C - There is 6 positive unit tile and its given 6 negative,

D - There is 3 negative unit tile but here its given positive.