Question

Which step is incorrect when solving the equation 2(x+9)=4(x+7)+2?

Choose the first step that made an error.

1. 2(x+9)=4(x+7)+2

2. 2x+18=4X+28+2

3. 2x+18=4x+26

4. -8=2x

5. -4=x
(i think it's step 3)

Answer 1

3. 2x+18=4x+26

Explanation:

2(x+9)=4(x+7)+2

2x+18=4x+28+2

2x+18=4x+30

The step that made an error in solving this linear equation is step 3.

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