Question

Use the properties of an equality to solve the following equations.

(5) 6 = k − 2

Answer 1

6 = k – 2
Using the addition property of equality, we get:
6 + 2 = k – 2 + 2
8 = k + 0

We know:
Any number + 0 = The same number
⇒ 8 = k
Thus, the value of k is 8.