Question

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which best describes how to solve the equation below?

(26x = 74)

a. divide both sides by 74.
b. divide both sides by 26.
c. multiply both sides by 74.
d. multiply both sides by 26.

Explanation:

Identify the equation and operation

$$ 26x = 74 $$

Apply the inverse operation to isolate x

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Match with the correct option

$$ \text{Operation: Divide both sides by 26} $$

Answer:

• A. Divide both sides by 74.
• B. Divide both sides by 26. (Correct answer)
• C. Multiply both sides by 74.
• D. Multiply both sides by 26.