Question

what is the first step in solving for x in the equation 9.8 (x - 2.14) = 53.9 (1 point) divide only the left - hand side by 9.8. divide both sides by 9.8. add 2.14 to both sides. multiply both sides by 9.8.

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate the term with x

To solve for $x$ in the equation $9.8(x - 2.14)=53.9$, we need to get rid of the coefficient 9.8 that is multiplying the expression $(x - 2.14)$. According to the equality - property of equations, if we divide both sides of an equation by the same non - zero number, the equality still holds. So the first step is to divide both sides of the equation by 9.8.

Answer:

Divide both sides by 9.8.