Question

What is the FIRST STEP to solve this equation?

3x+2=17
Question 5 options:

Add 2 to both sides


Subtract 2 from both sides


Multiply both sides by 3


Divide both sides by 3

Answer 1

The first step is to subtract from both sides

Explanation:

if you do this it's method of balancing equations whereby you have. 3x+2-2=17

Answer 2

2nd option I believe

Explanation:

subtract 2 from both sides