Question

can someone help me what is the first step to this equation (4/7)x - 5= -13

Answer 1

Hmm you know how to solve an equation right

Answer 2

First try by getting rid of the fraction.

Answer 3

Sorry. To solve for x, you must first isolate the term containing the x. So, you must get rid of the -5 on the left hand side first. You do that by adding 5 to both sides of the equation.

Answer 4

If you eliminate the fraction first, you will eventually get to the correct answer, but the math will be harder.