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  1.  Is the equation 3(2 x−4) =−18 equivalent to 6x−12 =−18?

  2. A.

    Yes, the equations are equivalent by the Distributive Property of Multiplication over Addition.  

    B.

    Yes, the equations are equivalent by the Commutative Property of Multiplication

    C.

    Yes, the equations are equivalent by the Associative Property of Multiplication. 

    D.

    No, the equations are not equivalent. 

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    Answer : Option A

    Explanation :

    Yes, the equations are equivalent by the Distributive Property of Multiplication over Addition.  


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