Solve the equation by filling in the steps: 2(x−3)+21=−3

Question

(4 points)
Step 1: Distribute to get

Step 2: Combine like terms to get

Step 3: Use
to get 2x=−18
Step 4: Use
to get x=−9

Answer 1

Step 1: Distribute to get 2x - 6 + 21 = -3
Step 2: Combine like terms to get 2x + 15 = -3
Step 3: Use subtraction to get 2x = -18
Step 4: Use division to get x = -9