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Aidan Lynch
Identifying Properties (Level 1)
Jun 05, 4:18:55 AM
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When solving an equation, Bianca's first step is shown below. Which property
justifies Bianca's first step?
Original Equation:
WebConnect 32703 myGalaxytogon
-2x-4=-3
First Step:
-2x = 1
associative property of addition

Answer 1

Explanation:

Carmen has subtracted 5 from both sides of this equation.

By subtracting equally from both sides, the equation remains balanced.

This is an example of the subtraction property of equality.