Question

Describe the first step of solving the following equation
6(2x + 1) = 18

Answer 1

Answer down below!

Explanation:

Since they are only asking for the first step, we don't solve it

In this case, you have to remember your Distributive Property rules.

You multiply:

6 * 2x

6 * 1

Then, rewrite the equation

12x + 6 = 18

Answer 2

Use the distributive property to multiply 6 by (2x+1)