Lucina is given the equation y+8=-14 (x+4) and asked to rewrite the equation in slope-intercept form.

Her work is outlined below:

y+8=-14 (x+4)

Step A: y+8=-14x+4

Step B: y+8-8=-14x+4-8

Step C: y=-14x-4

At which step, if any, did Lucina make a mistake?

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Mckenna Rocha

15 June, 15:13

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Answers (2)

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Rhianna · Answer 1

In step A, Lucina forgot to fully distribute the - 14 by also multiplying 4 by - 14.

Lyla Hunter · Answer 2

Forgot to times 4 by - 14

Lucina is given the equation y+8=-14 (x+4) and asked to rewrite the equation in slope-intercept form.Her work is outlined below:y+8=-14 (x+4)Step A: y+8=-14x+4Step B: y+8-8=-14x+4-8Step C: y=-14x-4At which step, if any, did Lucina make a mistake?