Select all the statements that can be used as steps to solve the equation x−3(2x−2)=2−1.

A:Combine 2 and -1.

B:Divide both sides by -5.

C:Combine x and 2x.

D:Multiply 2x and -2 by -3.

E:Add 3 to both sides of the equation.

F:Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation.

Question

Select all the statements that can be used as steps to solve the equation x−3(2x−2)=2−1.


A:Combine 2 and -1.


B:Divide both sides by -5.


C:Combine x and 2x.


D:Multiply 2x and -2 by -3.


E:Add 3 to both sides of the equation.


F:Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation.

anonymous · Answer

sorry the equation is x - 3(2x - 2) = 2 - 1

igreen · Answer

A and C.

You can either start distributing x - 3 into the parenthesis, or you can simplify 2 - 1.

igreen · Answer

Wait, nevermind that.

igreen · Answer

the only option is C. you have to subtract 2 - 1.

anonymous · Answer

ok