Look at the steps in the statement below and state weather the conclusion shown is correct.
10(x-1) =50
x-1 =40

Can you just explain to me what I need to do? I don't understand the question.

Question

Look at the steps in the statement below and state weather the conclusion shown is correct. 
10(x-1) =50
x-1 =40


Can you just explain to me what I need to do? I don't understand the question.

anonymous · Answer

Do I need to explain that the variables are different?

anonymous · Answer

You need to explain if going from 10(X-1) = 50 to X-1=40 is correct or not.
Well the answer is...
No It is not correct because you have to divide 50 by 10 not subtract. :)

anonymous · Answer

ok Thank you very much.

anonymous · Answer

np :)