Question

Create a list of steps, in order, that will solve the following equation

2(x+3) – 5 = 123
Solution steps:
Add 2 to both sides
Add 5 to both sides
Divide both sides by 2
Multiply both sides by 2
Subtract 5 from both sides
Subtract – from both sides
Square both sides
Take the square root of both sides

Answer 1

X = 61

Explanation:

Answer 2

x = 61

Explanation:

2 (x + 3 ) - 5 = 123

Distribute (multiply) the 2

2x + 6 - 5 = 123

Simplify

2x + 1 = 123

Subtract the 1

2x = 123

Divide by 2 on both sides

X = 61