If the first step in the solution of the equation 2x - 8 = 5x + 3 is "subtract 2x," then what should the next step be?

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Answer:

2x-8=5x+3

The first step: Subtract 2x, -8=3x+3

Second: Subtract (-3), -11=3x

Explanation:

Shoshanna answered Nov 22, 2018

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2x-8=5x+3

The first step: Subtract 2x, -8=3x+3

Second: Subtract (-3), -11=3x

Andreisrob answered Nov 24, 2018

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