Question

In order to isolate the variable term in the equation 6 – 2x = –3 using the subtraction property of equality, which number should be subtracted from both sides of the equation?

Answer 1

6

Explanation:

Answer 2

6

Explanation:

Since 6 is on the same side as the variable term (2x), it needs to be subtracted from both sides in order to isolate it.

So, using the subtraction property of equality, the number 6 should be subtracted from both sides of the equation.