The first step in solving the equation \(7(x - 8) = 49\) for \(x\) is to divide both sides by 7. This simplifies the equation and makes it easier to isolate \(x\).
So the correct response is:
Divide both sides by 7.
Identify the first step in solving this equation for x: 7(x − 8) = 49. (1 point)
Responses
Divide both sides by 7.
Divide both sides by 7.
Multiply both sides by 7.
Multiply both sides by 7.
Divide only the left side by 7.
Divide only the left side by 7.
Add 8 to both sides.
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