What is the first step in solving for x in the equation 5.6(x+1.42)=7.8?(1 point)

Responses

Divide both sides by 5.6.

Only the left-hand side was divided by 5.6.

Multiply both sides by 5.6.

Subtract 1.42 from both sides

1 answer

The correct answer is: Subtract 1.42 from both sides.