Question

Which answer shows this equation in standard form?

7 – 3(x – y) = –5x + 2

A.
–8x + 3y = –5

B.
–2x – 3y = 5

C.
2x + 3y = –5

D.
2x – 3y = –5

Answer 1

\[ 7 - 3(x-y) = 7 - 3x + 3y = -5x + 2 \iff 5 + 2x + 3y = 0 \implies 2x + 3y = -5 \\ \boxed{\textbf{(C)}} \]

Answer 2

thanx @Ahaanomegas

Answer 3

You're welcome!