Question

Describe and correct the error in solving the equation

Describe and correct the error in solving the equation
2(s - 5) = 2 (s + 5)
2s - 10 = 2 s - 10
2s = 2s
0 = 0

Answer 1

Answer:

2(s + 5) = 2s + 10, not 2s - 10

2s - 10 = 2s + 10

$0 \neq 20$