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You begin solving the equation 4−5x=594-5x=59 by subtracting 44 from both sides. Which is the best choice for Step 22?

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4 - 5x = 59

Subtract 4 from both sides:

-5x = 55

Since x is being multiplied by -5, the next step is to divide both sides by -5.
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