Thank you for your patience! Let's carefully outline the steps again, ensuring that we correctly match each step with the options you provided.
Given the equation:
\[
2x - 5 = 3(4x + 5)
\]
Steps to Solve the Equation
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Step 1: Distributive
We first apply the distributive property to expand the equation:
\[
2x - 5 = 12x + 15
\]
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Step 2: Combine Like Terms
Rearranging the terms to combine like terms (essentially moving \(12x\) to the left side):
\[
2x - 12x - 5 = 15 \quad \Rightarrow \quad -10x - 5 = 15
\]
Note: Since "Subtraction of Equality" is not applicable here directly, we can think of this step as simply combining terms as the next action before isolating.
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Step 3: Addition of Equality
We can now add \(5\) to both sides to eliminate \(-5\):
\[
-10x = 20
\]
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Step 4: Division of Equality
Finally, divide both sides by \(-10\) to solve for \(x\):
\[
x = -2
\]
Correct Ordered Steps with Corresponding Properties:
- Step 1: Distributive
- Step 2: Combine Like Terms
- Step 3: Addition of Equality
- Step 4: Division of Equality
Final Reflection:
If Subtraction of Equality is not directly applicable in steps when isolating terms, but you see that Subtraction or combination as part of it, consider rephrasing based on how they might ask or combine those operations.
Please note that in the context of the specific choices you have, if they don't align perfectly, you might need to clarify how to frame this depending on what options you're given.
I hope this resolves any confusion! Let me know how else I can assist you!