What is the first step in solving for x

Question

in the equation 9.8(x−2.14)=53.9
(1 point)
Responses

Divide only the left-hand side by 9.8.
Divide only the left-hand side by 9.8.

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 both sides by 9.8.

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( 9.8(x - 2.14) = 53.9 \), the first step is to divide both sides by 9.8. This will isolate the term \( (x - 2.14) \).

So, the correct response is:

Divide both sides by 9.8.