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4(x − 3) − 5(x + 1) = 3 Which of the following algebraic properties is not needed to solve this equation?

User Julka
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Hi there!

To solve this problem, you need to use the distributive property. You distribute the 4 inside the parenthesis as well as the 5.

Hope this helps!
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