Question

Claire wants to solve the equation -1/4(x-1)=2/3x+2. Which step would not be an appropriate first step for Claire to take to solve for x?

A. Multiply both sides by -4.
B. Use the distributive property to distribute -1/4
C. Add 1 to both sides.
D. Multiply both sides by 3/2.

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

The answer is A because it says -4 and not -1/4.