What inverse operation is needed to isolate the variable in the equation?

k + 1.25 = 12.5

a. add 1.25 to both sides

b. subtract 1.25 from both sides

c. add 12.5 to both sides

d. subtract 12.5 from both sides

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Alex

5 January, 15:24

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Jamarion Davis · Answer 1

The answer is b. you would subtract 1.25 from both sides which would make the equation k=11.25.

What inverse operation is needed to isolate the variable in the equation?k + 1.25 = 12.5a. add 1.25 to both sidesb. subtract 1.25 from both sidesc. add 12.5 to both sidesd. subtract 12.5 from both sides