Identify the first step in solving this equation for x :  7(x − 8) = 49 . (1 point)Responses

A:multiple both sides by 7
B:divide both sides by 7
C:divide only the left side by 7
D:add 8 to both sides

1 answer

The first step in solving the equation 7(x - 8) = 49 for x is:

D: Add 8 to both sides