What is the first step in solving for x in the equation 9.8(x−2.14)=53.9 (1 point) Responses Add 2.14 to both sides. Add 2.14 to both sides. Multiply both sides by 9.8. Multiply both sides by 9.8. Divide only the left-hand side by 9.8. Divide only the left-hand side by 9.8. Divide both sides by 9.8.

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The first step in solving for x in the equation \( 9.8(x - 2.14) = 53.9 \) would be to **divide both sides by 9.8**.

This simplifies the equation and allows you to isolate the expression \( (x - 2.14) \).

So, the correct response is **Divide both sides by 9.8.**