Question

Drag a statement or reason to each box to complete the proof. If 7(x−2)=x+16, then x=5.

Answer 1

Explanation:

Here is a step-by-step proof of the equation:

Given Equation: 7(x−2)=x+16

Distribute 7 on the left side: 7x - 14 = x + 16

Subtract x from both sides: 6x - 14 = 16

Add 14 to both sides: 6x = 30

Divide by 6 on both sides: x = 5

So, if 7(x−2)=x+16, then indeed x=5.