
Put the steps in order to solve the equations:
Divide both sides by 3: x = 10/3
Combine like terms: 3x-5 = 5
Distribute 1/2: 3x-2-3=5
Add 5 to both sides: 3x=10

Write the equation:
Explain why your answer makes sense:
To solve the equation 4(m + 1) = 12, the first step is to subtract 4 from both sides of the equation.