The name of a property is given followed by part of an equation. Complete the equation to the right of the equal sign to
illustrate the given property.
-2x + (-2x) = inverse property of addition
A) -4x
B) 4x
C) -2x + 2x
D) 0

Question

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The inverse property of addition states that the sum of a number and its additive inverse (or opposite) equals 0. In this equation, the additive inverse of 2x is -2x, so their sum is 0. Therefore, the complete equation is: 2x + (-2x) = 0. Option D is the correct answer. According to the inverse property of addition, adding a number to its opposite results in zero. Thus, 2x + (-2x) = 0. Therefore, the correct answer is option D.

The Name of a Property Is Given Followed by Part