Which step should be completed first to solve the equation ?

A.

Add 14 to both sides.

B.

Divide both sides by 3.

C.

Divide both sides by −3.

D.

Subtract 9 from both sides.

Question

Which step should be completed first to solve the equation  ?
	
	
 
A.
	

Add 14 to both sides.
	
 
B.
	

Divide both sides by 3.
	
 
C.
	

Divide both sides by −3.
	
 
D.
	

Subtract 9 from both sides.

samanthagreer · Answer

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shinalcantara · Answer

first thing to do is subtract 9 from both sides of the equation
9 - 9 - 3q = 14 - 9
-3q = 5
the main purpose for this is to have the constants lying on the same side of the equation, leaving the variable alone on the other side