What are the possible steps involved in solving the equation shown? Select three options.

Question

3.5 + 1.2(6.3 – 7x) = 9.38

Add 3.5 and 1.2.
Distribute 1.2 to 6.3 and –7x .
Combine 6.3 and –7x .
Combine 3.5 and 7.56.

Answer 1

Isolate the variable x.
Solve for x using the distributive property.
Check your answer by substituting it back into the original equation.