Question

You begin solving the equation 3+4x=51 by subtracting 3 from both sides. Which is the best choice for Step 2? Subtract 48 from both sides. Multiply both sides by 4. Divide both sides by 4. Divide both sides by 48.

Answer 1

3+4x=51
Step 1: Subtract 3 from both side
3+4x-3=51-3
4x=48
Step 2: Divide both side by 4
4x/4=48/4
x=12.
Check:
Substitute x with 12
3+4x=51
3+4(12)=51
3+48=51
51=51. As a result, the best choice for Step 2 is “Divide both side by 4”. Hope it help!

Answer 2

You will divide both sides by 4.