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A mistake has been made in the solution. Explain the error and how to correct it.

A mistake has been made in the solution. Explain the error and how to correct it.-example-1
User WiredIn
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Answer:

The mistake is at the second step of the function.

Explanation:

Using the functions given you can shorten the equation from 3x-2y=13 to 3x-2(3x+4)=13.

Using distribution -2 is multiplied by 3x and 4. Instead of getting "-6x-8", they forgot to distribute the negative sign of the 2 to 4.

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