Solve the equation, justify each step with an algebraic property.
-4+-17+x.

–21 + x

Explanation:

Step 1: Given expression: –4 + (–17) + x

Step 2: In the algebraic property, positive × negative = negative

So, –4 + (–17) + x = –4 – 17 + x

Step 3: Add two negative numbers, the result will be sum with minus sign

–4 – 17 + x = –21 + x

Hence,  –21 + x is the required equation.

b. would be the answer : )

step-by-step explanation:

step 1: add -16x to both sides.

16x−4y+−16x=64+−16x  

−4y=−16x+64

step 2: divide both sides by -4.

−4y /-4 = -16x + 64/-4

answer:   y=4x−16

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