Question

Question 12 (5 points)

Which of the following steps indicates the distributive property when solving - 3(x +
2) = 21?
A) -3x+ 2 = 21
B) -3x - 6 = 21
C) -3x - 6 = 63
D) -3(x-2)/-3=21/3

Answer 1

Answer: B) -3x+2=21

Explanation:

3(x+2)=21 x = -9

-3x-6=21 x = -9

this answer is correct bc x = the same for both equations.