Question

Look at the steps used when solving 3(x - 2) = 3 for x Which step is the result of combining like terms?

A) Step 1

B) Step 2

C) Step 3

D) Step 4

Answer 1

Step 1

Explanation:

Like terms are mathematical terms that have the exact same variables and exponents, this is why step 1 is the answer.

Answer 2

Answer : The correct option is, (B) Step 2

Step-by-step explanation :

The given expression is:

3(x - 2) = 3

In this expression, 'x' is a variable.

By using distributive property, we get:

3x - 6 = 3

Now adding 6 on both side, we get:

3x - 6 + 6 = 3 + 6

Now combining like terms, we get:

3x = 9

Now dividing the expression by 3, we get the value of 'x'.

x = 3

The meaning of like terms in mathematics is that have the same variables and exponents.

Hence, the step result of combining like terms is, Step 2