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Grade 10 Math · Problem type
Reasons in an algebraic proof
Use this for “Solve 2(x − 3) = 14 and give a reason for each step.”
Put in order
Put the steps of the proof in order.
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3
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4
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Assumptions
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Each step of solving an equation is a property of equality or of numbers.
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Doing the same to both sides keeps them equal.
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