Question

What is the first step in solving 3x - 2 = -5?

Answer 1

The first step is:

3x=2-5

We must make sure variables are on one side of the equation and constants (numbers) are on the other side.

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Answer 2

Answer:

-1

Step-by-step explanation:

3x-2=-5

3x=-5+2

3x=-3

x=-3÷3

x=-1

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