Question
Mona solved an equation incorrectly, as shown below:
Step 1: 5x = 30
Step 2: x = 30 − 5
Step 3: x = 25
Which statement best explains why Step 2 is incorrect in Mona's solution? (1 point)
She did not add 5 to 30.
She did not divide 30 by 5.
She did not multiply 30 by 5.
She did not multiply 30 five times.
Step 1: 5x = 30
Step 2: x = 30 − 5
Step 3: x = 25
Which statement best explains why Step 2 is incorrect in Mona's solution? (1 point)
She did not add 5 to 30.
She did not divide 30 by 5.
She did not multiply 30 by 5.
She did not multiply 30 five times.
Answers
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GPT 3.5
She did not subtract 5 from 30.