SOLUTION: Another very common mistake is in the equation below:
The equation: 6x - (x + 3) = 5 + 2x
First step in solving: 6x - x + 3 = 5 + 2x
Write a clear explanation of what error has
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The equation: 6x - (x + 3) = 5 + 2x
First step in solving: 6x - x + 3 = 5 + 2x
Write a clear explanation of what error has
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Question 66079: Another very common mistake is in the equation below:
The equation: 6x - (x + 3) = 5 + 2x
First step in solving: 6x - x + 3 = 5 + 2x
Write a clear explanation of what error has been made and what could be done to
avoid the mistake. Answer by Cintchr(481) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! The equation:
First step in solving:
The error is that the 3 should also be negative
To prevent this, place a 1 infront of the (x+3)
Distribute the -1 across the quantity (x+3)
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