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Using the distributive property, what number would go in the blank in order for the given statement to be correct? 4(x – _) = 4x – 16 ​

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The answer is 4.

In order to find the answer, divide 4 from the each number on the right side. You pull the 4 out from 4x, and 4 from 16 to arrive at 4(x - 4).

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Answer:

4(x - 4) = 4x - 16

Explanation:

4(x - A) = 4x - 16

4x - 4A = 4x - 16

Equating Constant terms (terms without x): -4A = -16

A = 4

Therefore , 4(x - 4) = 4x - 16

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