Question

Which is the correct way to model the equation Negative x + 8 = 7 x + (negative 8) using algebra tiles?

Answer 1

1 negative x tile and 8 positive unit tiles on the left side and 7 positive x tiles and 8 negative unit tiles on the right side. is the answer.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

You would have:

1 negative x tile and 8 positive unit tiles on the left side and 7 positive x tiles and 8 negative unit tiles on the right side.