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Which is a correct first step for solving this equation? -3x+2−5x−7=4x+2

a.) -2x-5=4x+2
b.) 2x+5=4x+2
c.) 8x+5=4x+2
d.) -8x-5=4x+2

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D is the correct answer because you have to simplify it so -3x-5x=-8x and -7+2=-2

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