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What is the reason for each step in the solution of the equation?

3x−2=4

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Given

division property of equality

distributive property

addition property of equality

combine like terms

Verified Answer :

1.given
2.addition property of equality
3.division property of equality

Step 1: Given

3x - 2 = 4

Step 2: Addition property of equality

Add 2 to both sides.

(3x - 2) + 2 = 4 + 2

3x = 6

Step 3: Division property of equality

Divide both sides by 3.

\(\frac{3x}{3}=\frac{6}{3}\)

x = 2