Question

Himari is solving the equation 4( x - 3 ) =16. Her first step is 4x - 12 = 16 math nation

Answer 1

Steps to solve:

4(x - 3) = 16

~Distribute left side

4x - 12 = 16

~Add 12 to both sides

4x = 28

~Divide 4 to both sides

x = 7

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