Question

Colton solved an equation incorrectly, as shown below:

Step 1: x − 13 = 26
Step 2: x = 26 − 13
Step 3: x = 39

Which statement best explains why Step 2 is incorrect in Colton’s solution?

Answer 1

He did not subtract 13 from 26.
He did not multiply 26 by 13.
He did not add 13 to 26.
He did not divide 26 by 13.

Answer 2

how you think it please ?

Answer 3

The third one

Answer 4

Because in order to isolate x, the -13 had to be erased.

Answer 5

Instead of adding 13, Colton subtracted 13 from 26

Answer 6

do you understand it now these above wrote ?

Answer 7

to isolate x you need assuming to both sides 13

Answer 8

I think i'm beginning to understand it v-v Thank you guys, I have one more.