mrclean0fresh mrclean0fresh 09-11-2022 Mathematics Answered What is the first step that should be taken to solve the equation 5 - 2 (1x +3) = 12.(A) Divide both sides of the equation by 5(B) Add 1x + 3 inside the parenthesis(C) Distribute -2 to (1x +3)(D) Rewrite 5 - 2 as 3