Question

Find the mistake made in the steps to solve the equation below.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct option is B) Step 3 is incorrect and should be $x=\frac{10}{8}$.

Step-by-step explanation:

Consider the provided equation.

$6x-1=-2x+9$

Step 1: Use addition property of equality.

$8x-1=9$

Step 2: Use addition property of equality.

$8x=10$

Step 3: Use Division property of equality.

$x=\frac{10}{8}$

Step 4: Now simplify.

$x=\frac{5}{4}$

Now, by comparing these steps with the provided image we can concluded that the step 3 is incorrect.

Thus, the correct option is B) Step 3 is incorrect and should be $x=\frac{10}{8}$.

Answer 2

Answer:

B. Step 3 is incorrect, it should be x = 10/8

Step-by-step explanation: