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Which is a correct first step for solving this equation?

−5(4x−7)+8=3x

Which is a correct first step for solving this equation? −5(4x−7)+8=3x-example-1
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Distribute the -5 through the parentheses
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Distribute the -5 through the parenthesis:

-20x + 35 + 8 = 3x
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