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

12y − 40 − 4y = 6y − 18
Step 1: 8y − 40 = 6y − 18
Step 2: 2y − 40 = -18
A.
the subtraction property of equality
B.
the division property of equality
C.
the addition property of equality
D.
the multiplication property of equality

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Answer:

A. the subtraction property of equality

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Answer:

A.

the subtraction property of equality

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