Justify each step of the solution by stating the property that was used to get to each step.

Given: 2 (10 - 13x) + 9x = - 34 + 60

Step 1: 20 - 26x + 9x = - 34x + 60

Step 2: - 17x = - 34x + 40

Step 3: 17x = 40

Step 4: x = 40/17

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Braelyn Leblanc

10 June, 07:14

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Brylee Noble · Answer 1

Distribution, combine like terms, addition property of equality, and division property of equality.

Justify each step of the solution by stating the property that was used to get to each step.Given: 2 (10 - 13x) + 9x = - 34 + 60Step 1: 20 - 26x + 9x = - 34x + 60Step 2: - 17x = - 34x + 40Step 3: 17x = 40Step 4: x = 40/17