Question

State whether the equation is true, false, or an open sentence. 3(5 – 5) = –6(–2 + 2)

Answer 1

True.

Remember to follow PEMDAS. First, solve the parenthesis, then multiply

5 - 5 = 0

3(0) = 0

-2 + 2 = 0

-6(0) = 0

0 = 0 ∴ true is your answer

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