Question

In the problem below, put the steps in order to solve 5(x+1)=2(x-2).

Answer 1

5(x+1)=2(x-2)
5x+5=2x-4
3x+5=-4
3x=-9
x=-3

Answer 2

5(x+1)=2(x-2)

5x+5=2x-4

5x-2x=-5-4

3x=-9

x=-3

Explanation: