Question

In order to solve the equation shown for x what would be the best first step? y=8 x-7

(A) Add 7 to each side
(B) Subtract 7 from each side
(c) Add 8 to each side
(D) Subtract 8 from each side

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

The first step is to add 7 to each side

y+7 = 8x -7 +7

= y + 7= 8x