Question

Consider the sequence of steps to solve the equation:
x - 3
3
= x + 3

Step 1 ⇒ x - 3 = 3(x + 3)
Step 2 ⇒ x - 3 = 3x + 9
Step 3 ⇒ x = 3x + 12
Step 4 ⇒ -2x = 12
Step 5 ⇒ x = -6

Identify the property of equality which yields Step 1.


A)
Division Property


B)
Addition Property


C)
Subtraction Property


D)
Multiplication Property

Answer 1

plz help!!

Answer 2

I would say D because it is applying the 3 into the monomial x+3.

Answer 3

thx so much!!!!!

Answer 4

You are only multiplying, you are not doing anything else to give you step 2.

Answer 5

Anytime, I am always here to help.

Answer 6

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