Question

In the linear equation 3+2x=13, what is the second step in solving the equation for x?

Answer 1

Subtract 3 from both sides of the equation (i.e. you'll be left with 2x=10) and then divide both sides by two to isolate x (i.e. you'll get x=5)

3+2x=13

2x=10

x=5

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