In the solution of the equation 5 - 3x = 2x + 9, 3x is added to the equation first. Which of the following should be done next? A) add - 9. B) add - 5. C) add - 2x.

We are given with the equation 5 - 3x = 2x + 9. I believe we are asked to solve for x and detail the step by step process of determining the value. After transposing - 3x or adding 3x, we transpose then + 9 or adding - 9 to the equation. Answer here is A.