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What is the first step in solving the equation *

45 = 5x +5

© Divide both sides by 5

© Subtract 5 from both sides

© Subtract 45 from both sides

© Add 5 to both sides

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To solve the equation \( 45 = 5x + 5 \), the first step would be to subtract 5 from both sides. This will isolate the term with \( x \) on one side of the equation.

So, the correct option is: © Subtract 5 from both sides.

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