The perimeter of a rectangle is 40 cm. The length is 14 cm. Let x = width of the rectangle. Ravi says he can find the width usin
g the equation 2(x + 14) = 40. Fran says she can find the width using the equation 2x + 28 = 40. Answer the questions to solve the equations and to compare the steps and solutions. 1. Which of these is the most helpful first step for solving Ravi's equation, 2(x + 14) = 40? Circle the best answer. Add 14 to both sides Subtract 14 from both sides Divide both sides by 2 Multiply both sides by 2
