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24 November, 16:40

Which is a reasonable first step that can be used to solve the equation 2 (x + 6) = 3 (x - 4) + 5?

a.

Combine like terms, 3 and 5, on the right side of the equation

b.

Distribute 2 to x on the left side of the equation and 3 to x on the right of the equation.

c.

Distribute 2 to (X+6) and 3 to (x-4)

d.

Apply the subtraction property of equality to move the 6 from the left side of the equation to the right side.

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  1. 24 November, 19:38
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    The answer is C because in the operation order you have to solve first multiplication and division before sum and rest
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