Question

Which step shows the result of applying the subtraction property of equality?

One-fourth (12 x + 8) + 4 = 3

Step
Solution
1
3 x + 2 + 4 = 3
2
3 x + 6 = 3
3
3 x = negative 3
4
x = negative 1
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4

Answer 1

Step 3.

Explanation: Going from 3x + 6 = 3 to 3x = −3 is done by subtracting 6 from both sides (subtraction property of equality).