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Which is a correct first step for solving this equation?
2 + 7 = 2x + 5 - 43

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Answer:

5

Explanation:

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User Vijey
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Answer:

Combine the like terms

Explanation:

2 + 7 = 2x + 5 - 43

The first step is to combine the like terms

9 = 2x - 38

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