The first step in solving for \( x \) in the equation \( 5.6(x+1.42)=7.8 \) is to divide both sides by 5.6.
So, the correct response is: Divide both sides by 5.6.
What is the first step in solving for x in the equation 5.6(x+1.42)=7.8?(1 point)
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Divide both sides by 5.6.
Divide both sides by 5.6.
Multiply both sides by 5.6.
Multiply both sides by 5.6.
Only the left-hand side was divided by 5.6.
Only the left-hand side was divided by 5.6.
Subtract 1.42 from both sides.
Subtract 1.42 from both sides.
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