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What is the first step in solving the equation 5x + 3 = 33

What is the first step in solving the equation 5x + 3 = 33-example-1
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Answer:

x = 6

Explanation:

5x + 3 = 33

- 3. - 3

5x = 30

5. 5

X = 6

Step 1: subtract 3 (3-3 & 33-3)

Step 2: divide by 5 (5x/5 & 30/5)

Step 3: answer is x = 6

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