Q:

Circle the step the error has occurred. Explain why it is an error. Given: 2(10 – 13x) = -34x + 60Step 1: Distribute 20 – 26x = -34x + 60Step 2: Addition property of Equality -26x = -34x + 80Step 3: Addition property of Equality 8x = 80Step 4: Division Property of Equality x = 10

Accepted Solution

A:
The error lies in step 2

You subtract 20. To 60, not add