Justify the in the solution of 5X + 15 = 0 below by stating a property for providing explanation for each step

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Colin Hunt

5 May, 16:56

Justify the in the solution of 5X + 15 = 0 below by stating a property for providing explanation for each step

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Abbigail Richards · Answer 1

5x + 15 = 0 ... subtract 15 from both sides (subtraction property of equality)

5x = - 15 ... divide both sides by 5 (division property of equality)

x = - 15/5

x = - 3