What is a possible first step in solving the following equation for x?

4(2x + 5) = –4
A.
Multiply both sides by 4.
B.
Use the distributive property to eliminate the parentheses.
C.
Subtract 5 from both sides.
D.
Add 4 to both sides.

Question

What is a possible first step in solving the following equation for x?

4(2x + 5) = –4
A.
Multiply both sides by 4.
B.
Use the distributive property to eliminate the parentheses.
C.
Subtract 5 from both sides.
D.
Add 4 to both sides.

anonymous · Answer

B. Use the distributive property to eliminate the parentheses