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Sanjay uses the steps below to solve the equation 4 p + two-fifths (10 + 2 p) = 8. Step 1 Multiply both sides of the equation by Five-halves. 4 p + 10 + 2 p = 20 Step 2 Simplify like terms. 6 p + 10 = 20 Step 3 Subtract 10 on both sides of the equation. 6 p = 10 Step 4 Divide both sides of the equation by 6. p = StartFraction 10 over 6 EndFraction = Five-thirds = 1 and two-thirds Which is the first error that Sanjay made when finding the solution?

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Answer:

Step 1 Multiply both sides of the equation by Five-halves

Explanation:

First mistake:

Step 1 Multiply both sides of the equation by Five-halves

Correct First step:

Should have subtracted 4p from both sides

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Answer:

In step 1, he did not multiply 4p by Five-halves when multiplying both sides by Five-halves.

Explanation:

Just got it right on edge!! Hope this helps, have a great day!

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