What was done to the previous equation? 1.2(-3x + 4) = 5x + 2 original equation 2. -6x + 8 = 5x + 2 3.8 = 112 + 2 4.6 = 112 5.x = 11

Matt Tew asked Nov 18, 2023

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What was done to the previous equation?

1.2(-3x + 4) = 5x + 2
original equation
2. -6x + 8 = 5x + 2
3.8 = 112 + 2
4.6 = 112
5.x = 11

Matt Tew asked Nov 18, 2023

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The “2” outside the brackets was multiplied onto everything that is inside the brackets.

Tashima answered Nov 23, 2023

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