Question

The steps below show the incomplete solution to find the value of x for the equation 8x − 3x − 1 = −2 + 16:

Step 1: 8x − 3x − 1 = −2 + 16
Step 2: 8x − 3x − 1 = 14
Step 3: 5x − 1 = 14

Which of these is most likely the next step?

5x = 14
5x = 10
5x = 13
5x = 15

Answer 1

5x=15. I hope it can help you a lots. thanks.

Explanation:

5x=14+1

5×=14.