Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B.

  1. Step 1: Add 5 to both sides: . Step 2. Divide by the positive number 2: , and the sign does not change. **Answer: . Why not the others:** reverses the sign without a reason, subtracts 5 instead of adding, and has a sign error.

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