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Explanation
Correct answer: D.
Choice D is correct. To solve the equation, use the distributive property to multiply on the right-hand side of the equation which gives . Subtract from both sides of the equation, which gives . Finally, subtract from both sides of the equation, which gives .
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Why the other choices are wrong
Choice A
Choice A is incorrect and may result from making sign errors.
Choice B
Choice B is incorrect and may result from making sign errors.
Choice C
Choice C is incorrect and may result from incompletely distributing the in the expression .