Question

When solving the equation 3x = 9, Daniel used a property of algebra and transformed the equation into x=3. Which property did he use?

A) Multiplication
B) Division
C) Addition
D) Subtraction

Answer 1

B) Division

When dividing the 3x=9 you need to leave x on its own therefore you decide 3x by 3 to cancel out the multiplication. Than what you do to one side you do to the other so 9/3 = 3 leaving the equation answer: x=3

Answer 2

B)Division

Explanation:

3x=9

divide both side by 3 gives you

x=3