Question

What is the first step when solving the equation 3 (3x - 5x) + 2 = -8?

Answer 1

You are using pemdas in this equation so there for you distribute first .
Example : 3(3x-5x)+2=-8
You will multiply
3 (3x-5x)
9x -15 x +2=-8
Then add and subtract with same variables
-6x = -6
Then you divide by -6
X=1

Answer 2

Distribute

Explanation:

You will want to distribute 3 by 3x and -5x, Which will then make your equation

9x-15x+2=-8