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QUESTION: -2(x-6)=8

STUDENT WORK:
-2(x-6)=8
-2x-12=8
-12 -12
-2x+0=-4
-2x=-4
÷2 ÷2
x=-2



1. Explanation of Errors Made

2. Correct Solution (show all work)

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Answer:

The error was made in the division step it should have been divided by negative 2

-2(x-6)=8

-2x+12=8

-2x=-4

-x=-2

X=2

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