Question

Joe is trying to solve the equation for x

3x – 7 = 30
What would be the best first step Joe could Make to solve the equation?
A. Divide 3X by 3
B. Divide both sides by 30
C. Subtract 7 from the left side of the equation
D. Add 7 to both sides of the equation

Answer 1

Explanation:

D Add 7 to both sides

This makes it 3x=37

x=37/3

Answer 2

D add 7 your trying to get the variable.