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What is the correct first step for solving the equation 5x + 3 = 8? A. Subtract 8 from each side. B. Subtract 5 from each side. C. Subtract 3 from each side. D. Divide each side by 3.
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What is the correct first step for solving the equation 5x + 3 = 8?

A.
Subtract 8 from each side.
B.
Subtract 5 from each side.
C.
Subtract 3 from each side.
D.
Divide each side by 3.

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C. Subtract 3 from each side
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