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

Question

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

radar · Answer

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

anonymous · Answer

so add -4? and thank youuuuuu!

radar · Answer

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.