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What is the first step in solving the equation 9m - 2 = 16? Add 2 to each side. Subtract 2 from each side. Divide each side by 9. Multiply each side by 9.
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What is the first step in solving the equation 9m - 2 = 16?

Add 2 to each side.
Subtract 2 from each side.
Divide each side by 9.
Multiply each side by 9.

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add 2 to each side so 9m = 16 + 2
User Valentin Coudert
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Answer: Add 2 to each side

Explanation:

9m-2=16

+2 +2

9m=18

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