Order the steps for solving the equation: 2x−5=3(4x+5)

Question

(8 points)
2x−5=3(4x+5)
Step 1:
Property to get


Step 2:
Property to get

Step 3:
Property to get

Step 4:
Property to get

Answer 1

Step 1: Distribute the 3 to the terms inside the parentheses:

2x - 5 = 12x + 15

Step 2: Move the variables to one side and the constants to the other side:

2x - 12x = 15 + 5

Step 3: Combine like terms:

-10x = 20

Step 4: Divide both sides by -10 to solve for x:

x = -2