The given order of statements (Algebra properties) is: 1) Given (Assumption), 2) Distributive property, 3) Subtraction property of equality, 4) Division property of equality.
How to clear a variable in an algebraic equation
In this problem we need to use algebra properties to clear variable x within a linear equation. Now we proceed to show each step of proof:
Step 1: Given (Assumption)
3 · (x + 5) = - 1
Step 2: Distributive property
3 · x + 15 = - 1
Step 3: Subtraction property of equality
3 · x = - 16
Step 4: Division property of equality
