I need help with the below math problem. I have to write out the steps to show the answer.

2(x - 14) + 3 = 7x + 5

3 answers

2(x - 14) + 3 = 7x + 5

2x - 28 + 3 = 7x + 5

-5x = 30

x = -6
I understand the second step but how did you get the third answer?
I subtracted 7x from both sides of the equation.
I added 25 to both sides.