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OpenStudy (anonymous):

1) 8 + x = 2 2) 8 – 8 + x = 2 3) x = 2 A. To balance the equation, Mark should also subtract 2 from the right side of the equation in step 2. B. To balance the equation, Mark should also subtract 2 from both sides of the equation in step 2. C. To balance the equation, Mark should also subtract 8 from the right side of the equation in step 2. D. To balance the equation, Mark should also add 8 to both sides of the equation in step 2. I think its C or D.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Add 8 to both sides of the equation. You always have to do the opposite (depending on the signs).

OpenStudy (anonymous):

But

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Wouldnt you subtract since the 8 didnt have a sign

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Give me a minute to solve this.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

xD

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Okay

OpenStudy (anonymous):

You are correct. Subtract 8.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

so its C?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

If you want to verify it ask one of my friend. @ganeshie8

OpenStudy (anonymous):

No I'm okay c;

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