Question

Select the correct answer. Simon used these steps to solve an equation: Step 1: -6(x + 7) = 2(x − 11) Step 2: -6x − 42 = 2x − 22 Step 3: -8x − 42 = -22 Step 4: -8x = 20 Which property did he use to get from step 3 to step 4? A. addition property of equality B. distributive property C. subtraction property of equality D. transitive property

Answer 1

Answer: A - addition property of equality

Explanation: because -8x - 42 = -22

+42 +42

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-8x = 20

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-8 -8

x = -2.5