5. Write the letter of the correct explanation next to each step in the chart. (Each blank is worth
2 points)
A. Distributive property
B. Simplify using addition
C. Add 9 to each side and simplify
D. Use multiplication to simplify
+
E. Multiply each side by
Steps
-
and simplify
Explanation
-(x + 4) - 6 = 54 Original equation
-(x) (4) - 6 = 54
-(x) + (-3) - 6 = 54
- (x) - 9 = 54
-(x) = 63
x=- 84