Question

subtract 3x on both sides and simplify.
3x + 2 = 5x - 10

• 3x \t - 3x

2 = \square x - 10
subtract 3x on both sides.

Explanation:

Step1: Subtract $3x$ from left side

$3x + 2 - 3x = 2$

Step2: Subtract $3x$ from right side

$5x - 10 - 3x = 2x - 10$

Step3: Match simplified terms

$2 = 2x - 10$

Answer:

$2$