(4x − 1) + (2x + 2) = 1
Which statement shows a correct next step in solving the equation?
A. The equation can become 6x + 1 = 1 by combining like terms.
B. The equation can become 3x + 4x = 1 by solving the terms in the brackets.
C. The equation can become 3x + 4x = 1 by applying the associative property of multiplication.
D. The equation can become 6x + 1 = 1 by applying the distributive property.