Question

Which property justifies step 3 Given: 4(x - 6) + 12 = 20

Answer 1

x=8

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

4(x−6)+12=20

(4)(x)+(4)(−6)+12=20(Distribute)

4x+−24+12=20

(4x)+(−24+12)=20(Combine Like Terms)

4x+−12=20

4x−12=20

Step 2: Add 12 to both sides.

4x−12+12=20+12

4x=32

Step 3: Divide both sides by 4.

4x

4

=

32

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