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

Question

Responses

Add 8 to both sides.
Add 8 to both sides.

Divide only the left side by 7.
Divide only the left side by 7.

Divide both sides by 7.
Divide both sides by 7.

Multiply both sides by 7.

Answer 1

Divide both sides by 7.