Question

Which is a correct first step for solving this equation?

−3x+2−5x−7=4x+2

Answer 1

Answer: x = - 7/12

Explanation:

-3x + 2 - 5x - 7 = 4x + 2

=> -8x - 5 = 4x + 2

=> -12x = 7

=> x = - 7/12