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

Question

(8 points)
2x−5=3(4x+5)
Step 1:
Distributive
Property to get
2x - 5 = 12x + 15


Step 2:
Addition of Equality
Property to get
2x = 3x + 20

Step 3:
Combine Like Terms
Property to get
-10x = 20

Step 4:
Division of Equality
Property to get
x = -2

Answer 1

The correct order of steps for solving the equation 2x−5=3(4x+5) is:

Step 1: Distributive Property to get 2x - 5 = 12x + 15
Step 2: Combine Like Terms Property to get -10x = 20
Step 3: Division of Equality Property to get x = -2