Consider 8 = − 2/3x. 1 Which is the BEST first step to take when solving the given equation?
A) Multiply each side by 3/2.
B) Multiply each side by −3/2.
C) Multiply each side by −2/3.
D) Add 2/3x to each side.
Solve the equation.
A) x = 10
B) x = 6
C) x = −10
D) x = −12