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