In the equation 6x − 2 = −4x + 2, Spencer claims that the first step is to add 4x to both sides. Jeremiah claims that the first step is to subtract 6x from both sides. Who is correct? Explain.
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According to the question
6x - 2 = -4x + 2
Spencer:
6x - 2 = -4x + 2 /+4x
6x - 2 + 4x = -4x + 2 + 4x
10x - 2 = 2
Jeremiah:
6x - 2 = -4x + 2 /-6x
6x - 2 - 6x = -4x + 2 - 6x
-2 = -10x + 2
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