Question

An equation and the steps to solve it are shown below:

2x - one over four of (12x + 4) = 3

Step 1: 2x + 3x + 1 = 3
Step 2: 5x + 1 = 3
Step 3: 5x + 1 - 1 = 3 - 1
Step 4: 5x = 2

In which step was the error made and why?

A) Step 1, because incorrect signs have been used

B ) Step 2, because the terms have been added incorrectly

C ) Step 3, because a number has been subtracted from both sides of the equation

D) No error was made

Answer 1

D. :)

Answer 2

Thank you so much!

Answer 3

welcome :)