Question

Which of the following statements describes a correct method for solving this equation?

A.
Divide both sides of the equation by 4, and then subtract 24 from both sides.
B.
Subtract 16 from both sides of the equation, and then divide both sides by 4.
C.
Add 16 to both sides of the equation, and then divide both sides by 4.
D.
Divide both sides of the equation by 4, and then add 16 to both sides.

Answer 1

B. Subtract 16 from both sides of the equation, and then divide both sides by 4.