Question

Identify the steps followed to solve the equation 5 - 3 (x+3) = 11 - 8x

Answer 1

Everything looks right except the first one which is Distributive Property.

Explanation:

multiplying out - 3(x - 3) is considered distributive property as you are distributing the -3 to the x and the 3.

-3 * x = -3x and -3 * 3 = -9