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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Solving Multistep Equations with Variables on Both Sides

Question 11 • SRC 2022 M/J Grade 8 Pre-Algebra Q1

When Caleb verified his solution, it didn’t work. What mistake did he make?

Answer
A
In step 1, the distributive property was not used properly on the right side of the equation.
B
In step 2, the like terms were not combined properly on the right side of the equation.
C
In step 3, the addition property of equality was not used properly to isolate the variable term.
D
In step 5, the division property of equality was not used properly to solve for x.
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