Question

What is the first step in solving the equation 5x − 3 = 22?

Add 3 to both sides of the equation.

Divide both sides of the equation by −5.

Divide both sides of the equation by −3.

Subtract 3 from both sides of the equation.

Answer 1

add 3 to both sides of the equation

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Add 3 to both sides of the equation, and then you divide both sides by 5.
\[5x-3=22\]\[5x=22\]\[x=4.4\]