Question

What is the first step to solve the equation the equation 54-7d = 31? -divide by -7 on both sides,- subtract 31 from both sides, -add 7d to both sides, -subtract 54 from both sides

Answer 1

The given equation is:

`54-7d=31`

It is required to identify the first step to solve the equation.

The aim of solving the equation is to isolate the variable 'd'.

Hence, the first step is to subtract 54 from both sides in order to isolate the variable on the left side.

The answer is 'subtract 54 from both sides'.I’ve completed answering the question.

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