Question

What is the first step needed to solve 3 over 4 multiplied by x minus 3 equals negative 18 ? (1 point) a Add 3 to both sides b Subtract 18 from both sides c Multiply both sides by 3 d Divide both sides by 4

Answer 1

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Answer 2

a

Explanation:

3/4 x - 3 = -18

You should try to get all of one term on one side of the equation, and have the constant on the other side so the next step would be easy.

Here are the steps after you add 3:

3/4 x = -15

x = -5/4 (divide by 3/4 on both sides)