Question

Which step should be completed first to solve the equation 9 - 3q = 14?

A.
Add 14 to both sides.

B.
Divide both sides by 3.

C.
Divide both sides by −3.

D.
Subtract 9 from both sides.

Answer 1

@Conqueror @hugsnotughs

Answer 2

We wanna isolate q so our first step would be to subtract 9 from either sides

Answer 3

When isolating a variable
The first step is adding or subtracting then we multiply and divide

Answer 4

D or B

Answer 5

@Godlovesme

Answer 6

D :)

Answer 7

It is D. The purpose is to get Q alone, so first you have to subtract 9.