The steps below show the incomplete solution to find the value of x for the equation

7x + 8 − 3x = −6 + 10:


Step 1: 7x + 8 − 3x = −6 + 10

Step 2: 7x + 8 − 3x = 4

Step 3: 4x + 8 = 4


Which of these is most likely the next step?


4x = 12

4x = 4

4x = −4

4x = −12