Question

What is the first step when solving the equation below for x 4x - 0.2 = 1.9

A. Add 1.9 to both sides of the equation
B. Subtract 0.3 from both sides of the equation
C. Divide each side of the equation by 4
D. Add 0.3 to both sides of the equation

Answer 1

First add 0.2 to both sides

x = 0.53

Explanation:

4x - 0.2 = 1.9

4x - 0.2 + 0.2 = 1.9 + 0.2

4x = 2.1

Divide both sides by 4

4x/4 = 2.1/4

x =0.53