Question

Select the correct answer.

What is the justification for step 2 in the solution process?

10x − 25 − 3x = 4x − 1
Step 1: 7x − 25 = 4x − 1
Step 2: 7x = 4x + 24
A.
the multiplication property of equality
B.
the division property of equality
C.
the addition property of equality
D.
the subtraction property of equality

Answer 1

C

Explanation:

Answer 2

The answer is C addition property of equality.

Explanation:

In step 1, 7x − 25 = 4x − 1 there are the numbers -25 and -1

In step 2, 7x = 4x + 24 The -25 is removed and -1 is replaced with 24

Meaning that in step 2 25 was added to those numbers meaning the answer C addition property of equality.