Choose the answer based on the most efficient method as presented in the lesson.
If the first step in the solution of the equation 2x - 8 = 5x + 3 is "subtract 2x," then what should the next step be?

subtract 5x

add 8

subtract 3

Question

Choose the answer based on the most efficient method as presented in the lesson. 
If the first step in the solution of the equation 2x - 8 = 5x + 3 is "subtract 2x," then what should the next step be?



subtract 5x

add 8

subtract 3

anonymous · Answer

first step: 2x (-2x) -8 = 5x (-2x) +3
= -8 = 3x +3
According to BIDMAS Rule add:but as long as balance maintained in equation doesnt matter
so add 8 is answer