What two steps are needed to solve this equation?

Question

12+58x=27


(1 point)
Responses

Subtract 12 and multiply by 58
, x=24
Subtract 12 and multiply by 5 eighths, x is equal to 24

Subtract 12 and divide by 85
, x=24
Subtract 12 and divide by 8 fifths, x is equal to 24

Subtract 12 and multiply by 85
, x=24
Subtract 12 and multiply by 8 fifths, x is equal to 24

Subtract 12 and subtract 58
, x=24

Answer 1

To solve the equation \(12 + 58x = 27\), we need to follow these two steps:

1. Subtract 12 from both sides to isolate the term with \(x\): \[ 58x = 27 - 12 \] This simplifies to: \[ 58x = 15 \]

2. Divide by 58 to solve for \(x\): \[ x = \frac{15}{58} \]

Therefore, none of the provided options accurately reflect the correct steps to solve the equation. However, if we need to select one of them, the closest option might be to "Subtract 12," but the multiplication and division stated in the options are not correct. So, be cautious about choosing from the provided responses.

Ultimately, the correct response involves subtracting 12 and then dividing by 58, not multiplying by any fractions.