Question

Nyanna solved the equation

8(x – 3) + 7 = 2x(4 – 17) incorrectly.
Find the error in her solution. Use the sketch tool and
explain your reasoning.

Answer 1

1/2

Explanation:

Or, 8(x-3)+7= 2x(4-17)

Or, 8x-24+7=2x(-13)

Or, 8x-17= -26x

Or, 34x=17

x=1/2