Question

Which is NOT a good reason to perform step 1 in the solution shown?

Step 1 : 8x/8 = 48/8
Step 2 : x = 6

A.)Dividing is the inverse of multiplying.
B.)Divide by 8 because 8 is a factor of 48.
C.)Dividing both sides by 8 keeps the equation balanced.
D.)Dividing 8x by 8 isolates x on one side of the equation.

Answer 1

B.) Divide by 8 because 8 is a factor of 48.

Explanation:

Answer 2

B.) Divide by 8 because 8 is a factor of 48.

Explanation:

It's true, it's just not a good reason. Sometimes when we divide both sides of an equation by a number everything works out evenly, sometimes it doesn't, but either way it's a step toward the answer, maybe the last step.