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Which is a reasonable first step that can be used to solve the equation 2(x + 6) = 3(x - 4) + 5?

A.Combine like terms, 3 and 5, on the right side of the equation.
B.Distribute 2 to x on the left side of the equation and 3 to x on the right of the equation.
C.Distribute 2 to (x + 6) and 3 to (x - 4)
D.Apply the subtraction property of equality to move the 6 from the left side of the equation to the right side.

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Answer: c

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User Oxilumin
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Answer:

The answer is C

Explanation:

Distribute 2 to (x + 6) and 3 to (x – 4).

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