What is the first step in solving the equation 20 = 6x - 4 solving for x?

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The first step in solving the equation 20 = 6x - 4 for x is to isolate the variable by adding 4 to both sides of the equation. This step eliminates the constant term on the right side.

20 + 4 = 6x - 4 + 4

Simplifying,

24 = 6x

Therefore, the first step is to add 4 to both sides of the equation.