Which of the following describes the correct first step in solving the equation 2x - 7 = 5?

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Mitsuruog · Answer 1 · 2022-07-27T14:45:05+0000

Answer:

add 7 to 5

Explanation:

1. 2x - 7 = 5

2. 2x = 5 + 7 (reverse the 7)

3. 2x = 12 (simplify)

4. 12/2 (divide number by the unknown value)

5. x= 6 (solve?)

6. 2(6) - 7 = 5 (CHECK)