SOLUTION: Give a logical argument for the proof below. Given: 3(x - 4) = 7x + 8 Prove: x = -5 Statements: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Reasons: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

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Question 1208280: Give a logical argument for the proof below.
Given: 3(x - 4) = 7x + 8
Prove: x = -5

Statements: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Reasons: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Answer by josgarithmetic(39623)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Proof, or solution steps?


Distributive Property
Addition Property, but steps were combined
Aritmetic, simplification
used Multiplication Property of Equality, ...?

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