Question

When solving the equation 4x + 5 = 30 what should you do to both sides of the equation?

A. Subtract 5 and then divide by 4

B. Divide by 4 and then subtract 5

C. Add 5 and then multiply by 4

D. Multiply by 4 and then add 5

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

4x + 5 = 30 ( subtract 5 from both sides )

4x = 25 ( divide both sides by 4 )

x =
`(25)/(4)`