In the equation, 4 (x + 5) - 2x + 4 = 16 , what is the first step that should be taken to solve for x?
a Distribute the four among the terms inside the parentheses
b Combine like terms.
c Subtract both sides of the equation by 4
d Divide both sides of the equation by 2

a Distribute the four among the terms inside the parentheses

Step-by-step explanation:

4 (x + 5) - 2x + 4 = 16

The first step to solve for x is to distribute the 4

4 x + 20 - 2x + 4 = 16

Then we combine like terms

2x +24 =16

Then subtract 24 from both sides

2x = -8

Then divide both sides by 2

2x/2 = -8/2

x=-4

probably .5

i can on others if necessary.

the answer is b