Question

Ashley solved the equation for m using the following steps. -4.5 + m = 17 -4.5  -4.5 m = 12.5 What was Ashley’s error?

Answer 1

Ashley's error is that she multiplied m by - 4.5, when she should be adding.


$- 4.5 + m = 17 - 4.5 \\ - 4.5 + m = 12.5 \\ m = 17$

Hope this helps. - M

Answer 2

Answer:

Ashley's error is that she multiplied m by - 4.5, when she should be adding.

Step-by-step explanation: