What is the reason for step 2 in the solution of the equation? 18−2x = 4x
step 1: given 18 = 6x
step 2: 3 = x
step 3: division property of equality question 1
(a)combine like terms
(b)distributive property
(c)division property
(d)addition property of equality

Addition Property of Equality

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Given :  

Step 2:  

Step 3: Division Property of Equality

Add 2x on both sides

To get step 2, add 2x on both sides

Its addition property of equality

Each pair of jeans cost $12.98 before sale taxes-

Step-by-step explanation:

Hi, to answer this question, first, we have to subtract the sales tax amount to the price paid by Freddy.

56.07-4.15 = 51.92

Finally, we have to divide the previous result by the number of pairs of jeans bought.

51.92/4 = 12.98

Each pair of jeans cost $12.98 before sale taxes-

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