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Colton solved an equation incorrectly, as shown below: Step 1: x − 13 = 26 Step 2: x = 26 − 13 Step 3: x = 39 Which statement best explains why Step 2 is incorrect in Colton’s solution?

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User Kantal
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I'm not sure, but I think it's because he didn't show the steps of him moving the X around?
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