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OpenStudy (anonymous):

In solving an equation for x, you distribute a -4 on one side of the equation. what needs to be done to the other side of the equation? a. multiply by 4 b. add -4 c. subtract 4 d. nothing

OpenStudy (radar):

What thee doith to one side shall thee also doith to the other.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

so add -4? and thank youuuuuu!

OpenStudy (radar):

If you added a -4 to one side, in order not unbalance the equation ie to maintain equality, you must add a -4 to the other side.

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