5. A student solved the following equation using the following steps: 2(2x+2)=4(x+4) 4x+4=4x+4 4=4 Infinitely many solutions (2 points) Based on the student's work, the equation was solved The equation solved correctly would show that it has solution(s).

Answer 1

The equation was not solved correctly. The student's work is incorrect as the equation 4x+4=4x+4 does not lead to a valid solution. The correct equation and its solution would show that it has no solution.