Question

Which could be the first step in solving the equation 0.05x+3−0.02x=4
?

Answer 1

Answer: subtract 3

Step-by-step explanation: Since is 3 is a whole number and there is no variable attached to it. Then that would mean it is best to get rid of the whole number that way you are left with two numbers that have variables attached to them.

Answer 2

Combine like terms.

Explanation:

Subtract 0.02x from 0.05x

Then your equation should look like:

0.03x + 3 = 4