When using the most efficient method to solve the following problem, what step is performed first? Enter 1 for Distributive Property or 2 for Subtraction Property of Equality.
2(x+3)=5x−2
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To solve the equation 2(x+3)=5x−2 using the most efficient method, the first step to be performed is the Distributive Property.
So the answer is 1 for the Distributive Property.