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11 March, 22:58

What are the correct steps to solve this equation - 4 (x+1) = 5

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  1. 11 March, 23:19
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    x = 2.25

    Step-by-step explanation:

    1. Use the distributive property: - 4*x + - 4*1 = 5

    2. Multiply: - 4x-4=5

    3. Use the additive property ( + 4 on both sides) : - 4x=9

    4. Use the division property (divide - 4 on both sides) : x=2.25
  2. 12 March, 01:12
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    First, expand the brackets by multiplying everything inside them by the - 4.

    (-4) x + (-4) 1 = - 4x - 4

    -4x - 4 = 5

    Then, add the 4 to both sides.

    -4x = 9

    Finally, divide both sides by - 4 to get x on its own.

    x = - 9/4
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