What is the first step in solving for x in the equation 5.6(x+1.42)=7.8 ?
A. Divide both sides by 5.6.
B. Subtract 1.42 from both sides.
C. Multiply both sides by 5.6.
D. Only the left-hand side was divided by 5.6.
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The first step in solving for x in the equation 5.6(x + 1.42) = 7.8 is C. Multiply both sides by 5.6.