Answer:
Yes, they have the same solution.
Step-by-step explanation:
Both of these equations have the same solution, just different steps.
To solve Ravi's equation, first we use the distributive property.
2(x+14) = 40
Multiply 2 by x and 14
2x + 28 = 40
Subtract 28 from both sides.
2x + 28 - 28 = 40 - 28
2x = 12
Divide by 2 on both sides.
2x/2 = x
12/2 = 6
so x = 6.
Fran's equation is the same equation as Ravi's second step.
Her equation of 2x + 28 = 40 is Ravi's after distributing 2.
