What is the first step needed to solve 3 over 4 multiplied by x minus 3 equals negative 18?

add 3 to both sides
subtract 18 from both sides
multiply both sides by 3
divide both sides by 4

Which statement describes the term economics? a. it is the study of using limited resources to fulfill wants and needs. b. it is the study of how governments fulfill the wants and needs of nations. c. it is the study of how people spend their money to fulfill wants and needs.

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Joseph haydn pet store offers wide variety of leashes for dogs. the store purchases one popular type of leash from its manufacturer for $4.38 each. joseph haydn pets marks up leashes at a rate of 238% of cost. what is the retail price of the popular leash?