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Solving an Equation with the Distributive Property
Consider the equation: 3(–4n – 9) = 21
Use the distributive property and properties of equality to solve for n.
n =
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3(–4n – 9) = 21
Distribute: 3·(–4n) + 3·(–9) = –12n – 27
Add 27 to both sides: –12n = 21 + 27 = 48
Divide by –12: n = 48 / (–12) = –4
Answer: n = –4.
Distribute: 3·(–4n) + 3·(–9) = –12n – 27
Add 27 to both sides: –12n = 21 + 27 = 48
Divide by –12: n = 48 / (–12) = –4
Answer: n = –4.
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