x 8-2x=5(x-2) Which step is not part of solving the problem? A 18=7x B 8=7x-10 C 8-2x=5x-2 D 8-2x=5x-10 D

To solve the equation $8-2x=5(x-2)$, we need to follow these steps:

1. Distribute the 5 on the right side of the equation:
$8-2x = 5x - 10$

2. Combine like\) to both sides:
$8 = ) 3. Add 10 to both sides to \(18 = 7x$

So,. $18=7x$
B. $8=7x-10$
C. $8-2x=5x-10$

The step that is not part of solving the problem is:
D. $8-2x=5x-2$

This step is incorrect because it does not follow from the previous steps and does not help in solving the equation.