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

Solving for x
Divide both sides by 6
Subtract 4 from both sides
Subtract 20 from both sides
Add 4 to both sides

1 answer

To solve the equation \( 20 = 6x - 4 \), the first step is to isolate the term with \( x \).

The best initial step here would be to add 4 to both sides to eliminate the -4 on the right side of the equation. So, the correct choice is:

Add 4 to both sides.

This will give you:

\[ 20 + 4 = 6x \]

or

\[ 24 = 6x \]

From there, you can solve for \( x \).