Question

Alice solved the following equation:

-18 - 3x = 12

-3x = 6

x =-2


Which of the following statements is true?


(A) Alice is correct.

(B) The 6 should be 30 in step two.

(C) The 6 should be -6 in step two.

(D) The 6 should be -4 in step two.

Answer 1

the 6 should be 30 in step two

Answer 2

B

Explanation:

-18 - 3x =12

-3x =12 +18(step two 30)

-3x=30

x=-30 :3

x=-10

Answer right B) it should be 30 in step two