Explain the mistake in the translation. Then write the correct translation.six times the sum of x and nine is equal to eighty-four.Translation:  6x + 9 = 84.

What will be an ideal response?


Mistake: multiplied 6 times x instead of the sum
Correct: 6(x + 9) = 84

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