Question

what is the first step in solving the inequality \\(\frac{m - 2}{6} < -1\\)?
\\(\bigcirc\\) multiply both sides by 6.
\\(\bigcirc\\) add 2 to both sides.
\\(\bigcirc\\) change the direction of the inequality.
\\(\bigcirc\\) change the inequality to \\(\leq\\).

Explanation:

To solve the inequality $\frac{m-2}{6} < -1$, the first goal is to eliminate the denominator to simplify the expression. Multiplying both sides by 6 (a positive number, so the inequality direction stays the same) is the logical first step to isolate the term with the variable.

Answer:

A. Multiply both sides by 6.