Question

Which step is the first incorrect step in the solution shown below?

Solve: 3(x + 2) = 6x + 12

Step 1: 3x + 6 = 6x + 12
Step 2: -3x + 6 = 12
Step 3: -3x = 18
Step 4: x = -6

A. Step1
B.step2
C.step3
D.step4

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

you must distribute the 3 into the parenthsis first.