Question

solving linear equations using the distributive property
solve the equation: \\(\frac{1}{5}(x - 10) = 18 - 4x - 1\\)
step 1: simplify using the distributive property.
which number can be distributed across two terms inside parentheses? \\(\square\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Identify distributive factor

The coefficient outside the parentheses $\frac{3}{5}$ is the number that can be distributed across the terms inside $(x - 10)$.

Answer:

$\frac{3}{5}$