Which step is the first incorrect step in the solution shown below? Solve: 2(x + 2) = 6x - 12 Step 1: 2x + 4 = 6x - 12 Step 2: -4x - 2 = 12 Step 3: -4x = 10 Step 4: x = -2.5 A. step 1 B.step 2 C. step

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

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

Step 1: 2x + 4 = 6x - 12
Step 2: -4x - 2 = 12
Step 3: -4x = 10
Step 4: x = -2.5

A. step 1
B.step 2
C. step 3
D. step 4

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Answer:

Step 2 is incorrect. It should be -4x +2= -12

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