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3. Solve the equation for the given variable. For each step, identify the property used to convert the equation. 14 + 3n = 8n - 3(n-4) ​

3. Solve the equation for the given variable. For each step, identify the property-example-1
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Answer:

n=1

Explanation:

The first one is the distributive property, so distribute the 3 into n-4

14+3n=8n-3n+12

Then combine like terms

14+3n=5n+12

Solve.

-2n=-2

n=1

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